Project Accountant
Strategic Resources, Inc. (SRI)
General Accountant
GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc.
full-time
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Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • Illinois
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💰 $56,000 - $78,000 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with GAAP and non-profit accounting standards.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger entries.
- Assist with budget preparation and monitoring.
- Support grant reporting and donor financial documentation.
- Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers.
- Handle bilingual financial documentation and communication with German stakeholders.
- Contribute to process improvements, system efficiencies, and internal controls.
- Hands-on role across multiple functions in a lean environment; report to Accounting Manager and collaborate with a five-person administration team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting experience; prior non-profit experience a plus.
- Proficiency in German (written and spoken) is required.
- Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Sage, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
- Knowledge of GAAP and non-profit accounting standards.
- Audit support experience is beneficial.
- Ability to analyze and improve processes.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.
- High integrity, discretion, and commitment to organizational mission.
