{"id":3510,"date":"2025-08-30T07:43:51","date_gmt":"2025-08-30T17:43:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/se-asiacenter.org\/?post_type=awsm_job_openings&#038;p=3510"},"modified":"2026-03-24T08:05:41","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T18:05:41","slug":"bookkeeper-accountant-full-time","status":"publish","type":"awsm_job_openings","link":"https:\/\/se-asiacenter.org\/index.php\/jobs\/bookkeeper-accountant-full-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Accountant &#8211; Full Time"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Interested in working in the community and for the community? We are a medium-sized, cross-cultural, bridge-building, non-profit grassroots community organization. We provide wrap-around children and senior services as well as multiple human services targeting limited-English-speaking immigrants and refugees. We work collegially as a team in a multicultural environment. BA in Accounting with 5 years of experience. Full time, permanent position. $24 &#8211; $28\/hour. Discretionary bonus. Health insurance. Paid time off.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about us at <a href=\"http:\/\/se-asiacenter.org\">SouthEastAsiaCenter.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Financial Record-Keeping:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maintain accurate up-to-date general ledger entries using accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks).<\/li>\n<li>Record and reconcile daily financial transactions, including income, expenses, and bank statements.<\/li>\n<li>Manage accounts payable and receivable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Payroll &amp; Benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Process payroll bi-weekly or monthly in coordination with HR and external payroll services.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws.<\/li>\n<li>Track employee time, benefits, and leave balances as needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Grants &amp; Reporting:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Track restricted and unrestricted funds across multiple grants and funding sources.<\/li>\n<li>Prepare detailed financial reports for grant applications and funder requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Assist with annual audits and preparation of 990s.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Budgeting &amp; Forecasting:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assist in the development and monitoring of organizational and program budgets.<\/li>\n<li>Provide monthly and quarterly financial reports to the Executive Director and Board.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Compliance &amp; Controls:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and non-profit accounting standards.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records.<\/li>\n<li>Recommend and implement internal controls and best practices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Required:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Associate&#8217;s or Bachelor&#8217;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.<\/li>\n<li>3+ years of bookkeeping\/accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.<\/li>\n<li>Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.<\/li>\n<li>Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting and fund accounting principles.<\/li>\n<li>Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Preferred:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience with managing grant budgets and audits.<\/li>\n<li>Familiarity with federal and state funding for social service programs.<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of South-East Asian communities or multilingual skills are a plus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Work Environment &amp; Schedule<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>This is a full-time in-person role at organization&#8217;s headquarters in Uptown, Chicago.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Salary: $25\/hr. &#8211; $30\/hr.<\/li>\n<li>Benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>How to Apply<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Attach resume and cover letter to form.<\/p>\n<p>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Oversee management and maintenance of accurate financial records, prepare reports for grants and audits, process payroll related time records, support budgeting processes and ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations. 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