We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in the government industry, based in Lombard, Illinois. As a Staff Accountant, you will be entrusted with managing financial transactions, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with government regulations.

Responsibilities:
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data in accounting systems.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets for government-funded projects.
• Maintain and reconcile fund accounting records.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Prepare and submit financial reports in accordance with government regulations.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and month-end close processes.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Prepare and submit compliance reports as required by governing bodies.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and government regulations affecting the organization.
• Manage fund allocations and ensure accurate fund distributions.• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a Staff Accountant role or similar
• Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Experience in performing Bank Reconciliations
• Familiarity with General Ledger operations
• Proficiency in creating and managing Journal Entries
• Experience in Month End Close procedures
• Knowledge of NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP software
• Ability to perform Account Reconciliation and Bank Account Reconciliation
• Experience in Fund Accounting
• Knowledge of Government Audits and Government Grants procedures
• Ability to identify and rectify Account Discrepancies
• Experience in managing Weekly Account Payable
• Familiarity with Accounts Receivables systems
• Experience in conducting Financial Audits
• Ability to work in a government industry setting