Accountant

Job ID NumberR5980Employment TypeFull timeWorksite FlexibilityOnsiteJob SummaryWe are looking for a motivated Accountant ready to take us to the next level! If you have experience in bookkeeping or accounting and possess excellent communication skills, apply now.Job DescriptionWe are looking for an Accountant to manage accounts payable and receivable, perform investment reconciliation, complete journal entries, and provide general administrative support.This position will be full-time, direct hire with our client and onsite with employees expected to work onsite in Evanston, Illinois 5-days per week. Core business hours are 8:30am - 4:30pm (35-hour work week).What You’ll Do Assist with accounts payable, including coding expenses, entering in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, and mailing checksRecord wire transfers and cash disbursements to ERP softwareAssist with annual sponsor invoice process and monthly reconciliationMonitor and record sponsor payments and billing adjustments into ERP software and back-office systemPrepare and process scholarship check mailingsMonitor banking activity daily and perform monthly reconciliationsProcess stop-payment requests from colleges and universitiesAnswer telephone calls and emails from sponsors, colleges and universities, and Scholars regarding invoices and scholarship paymentsPrepare scholarship refunds and returned checks for processing by the Scholarship Administration departmentOpen and distribute finance department mailPrepare monthly investment reconciliation between custodial statement and manager statements, including preparation and entry of Journal VouchersAssist with monthly Trial Balance and Financial Statement proofingGeneral administrative duties; including filing, data input, word processing, proofing documents, mailings, record retention tasks, etc.Various other duties as assigned by the management teamWhat You'll NeedRequired:Associate Degree in Accounting or a related finance majorExperience working with an ERP accounting systemThorough knowledge and experience working with Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe AcrobatMust be very detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivatedMust have excellent written and verbal communication skillsMust adhere to deadlines and follow written departmental proceduresPreferred:Bachelor’s Degree in AccountingExperience in bookkeeping or accounting in an academic or business settingPhysical Demands Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standardsSedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitorThe pay range for this position is $45,000 - $60,000 annually (USD). Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Our client provides excellent benefits including a corporate-sponsored health care plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), flexible spending accounts (health care, dependent care, and transportation) and a very lucrative retirement plan.#LI-NA1Reasonable Accommodation StatementIf you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or (888) 824 – 8111.Equal Employment Opportunity Policy StatementCAI is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. All employment decisions are based on valid job requirements, including hiring, promotion, and compensation. Harassment and retaliation are prohibited.

Created: 2025-08-15