Senior Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support a mission-driven non-profit organization in Chicago, Illinois. This Contract-to-hire position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage core financial activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to a reliable month-end close process. The role requires strong ownership of grant accounting, general ledger activity, reconciliations, and journal entries while helping ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and helping ensure financial results are finalized on time.
• Maintain the general ledger by recording and reviewing financial transactions with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and post journal entries that properly reflect routine and adjusting accounting activity.
• Perform account reconciliations regularly to identify discrepancies, resolve variances, and support clean financial records.
• Complete bank reconciliations by comparing statements to internal records and addressing outstanding items promptly.
• Analyze account activity and supporting documentation to strengthen the accuracy of reports and month-end deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather financial information, clarify transactions, and support ongoing accounting operations.
• Proven experience working in a Senior Accountant or Grant Accountant role.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of month-end close procedures and general ledger management.
• Ability to prepare accurate journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Experience completing account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies efficiently.
• Familiarity with bank reconciliation processes and cash-related accounting activities.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines in a contract-based environment.