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National Louis University · 1 month ago

Entry-Level Accountant

US-IL-Wheeling

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$52K/yr - $75K/yr

1+ years exp

National Louis University is a long-standing institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities and fostering community development. The Entry-Level Accountant will support all aspects of grant accounting and compliance, assisting with grant applications, tracking awarded grants, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Handles all aspects of grant award administration including; supporting the grant principal investigator in subcontractor bids and agreement, finalizing/submitting all documentation to the funding agency (including applications, certifications and assurances, programmatic and fiscal reports, awards and amendments, grants account analysis, reconciliations, invoicing, A/R, and close-out packages)

Maintains all proposal, award files, coordinating contact with external funding sources to obtain necessary pre and post award information

Connects with internal departments to efficiently handle the day-to-day activities of the grant department, assuring that the office maintains accurate and detailed accounting records for each grant and reviewing the financial contract compliance requirements/reporting for all Federal, State and foundation grants

Provides support to the development office on proposals, including reviewing applications to determine accuracy and completeness

Performs general account reconciliations for accounting department and assists with various general accounting functions, including cash folders, bank reconciliations, and disbursement activity

Qualification

Accounting experienceMicrosoft OfficeGrant administrationGeneral accounting functionsClerical skillsDecision qualityTime managementRelationship building

Required

Bachelor's Degree, required

Minimum 1-3 years of experience working in accounting/finance role or closely related field

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)

Clerical/Technical Skills: Possesses the technical skills and knowledge required to perform essential tasks in an efficient and effective manner. Demonstrates the willingness and ability to train or coach others in the technical arena

Decision Quality: Gathers enough information to allow a trustworthy assessment of risks and benefits of alternative approaches in any decision. Stays focused on objectives and considers both the short-term and longer-term impact of decisions and keeps objectives in mind throughout the process

Time Management: Prioritizes tasks and manages time to ensure that deadlines are met. Plans his or her time and sticks to those plans. Prevents or manages interruptions until the highest priority tasks are accomplished

Relationship Building: Builds rapport and develops alliances with a broad range of people. Adjusts communication style to meet the needs of individuals at various organizational levels and to meet the needs of clients. Forms alliances by demonstrating concern and respect for others, as well as by highlighting common interests and aspirations. Leave others feeling that he/she will be a trusted ally and is careful to act in ways that reinforce that trust over time

Preferred

Cover Letter (Optional)

Benefits

Health Insurance benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid Time Off

Educational Opportunities

Company

National Louis University

For more than 125 years, National Louis University has offered a progressive and professional education that builds careers and strengthens communities.

Founded in 1886

Chicago, Illinois, USA

501-1000 employees