Position: Staff Accountant Reports to: Controller Location: Chicago, IL

Organization Background: The Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (PBMR) mission is: Rooted in the spirituality of the Precious Blood, we restore human dignity through hospitality, hope, and healing.

We work as agents of reconciliation to: Build relationships among youth and families impacted by violence and/or conflict. Create safe spaces where people can experience radical hospitality, hope, and healing, and Promote a restorative approach to conflict and build a sense of community.

For more information, please visit www.pbmr.org.

Staff Accountant - Duties include Payroll Process semi-monthly payroll in a timely manner. Set up and maintain employee personal information: contact information, salaries, direct deposit, and employee payroll deductions (i.e. taxes, insurance, garnishments, loans, etc.) in the payroll system. Process all enrollments and update employees’ records for insurance benefits and 403(b) accounts. Post all salary, payroll tax deductions (employee and employer expenses), and additional employee deductions in the General Ledger. Review Paid Time Off (PTO) balances and notify staff of their balances on a quarterly schedule. Respond to and resolve inquiries regarding paychecks and fringe benefits. Reconcile the quarterly 941 reports with the General Ledger payroll expense and liability accounts. Ensure that employees receive and can access their W2s through the payroll system. Maintains employee files.

Accounts Receivable,



Cash Receipts Prepare the bank deposits and post all checks and cash receipts received by mail or by electronic fund transfer in the General Ledger, identifying Restricted and Unrestricted funds. Maintain supporting documentation files for all deposits. Prepare assigned accounts receivable invoices and monitor for receipt of payments. General Accounting and Accounting Department Work Prepare and analyze month end balance sheet account reconciliation package. Work with Controller and Senior Accountant on the annual external audit process. Assist with other accounting department office duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Management Minimum of one to two years of experience with accounting software, financial statements, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll Knowledgeable with GAAP accounting standards Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel Good proofreading, verbal, and written skills Critical thinker using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems Good attention to detail Robust organizational skills Knowledge of non-profit accounting a plus Experience using QuickBooks and payroll systems (Paychex, Paycom, Intuit) a plus Able to work in a team-oriented environment and willingness to learn new skills Honest and ethical Maintain confidentiality of work information Willing to work and communicate in a restorative justice manner to all staff

Job Type: Full time; Exempt position

Benefits: EAP 403(b) Paid Time Off (personal, vacation and sick) Paid holidays

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 #LI-DN1

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