Accounting Coordinator

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Nexus Family Healing is hiring at its Indian Oaks location in Manteno, IL. We are looking for an Accounting Coordinator to join our Finance & Accounting team. If you have a passion for changing lives and inspiring hope, please apply!

Located south of Chicago, in the small, rural community of Manteno, IL. We offer a unique homelike setting, where boys and girls ages 12-21 live, eat, exercise, and attend school on campus. Helping youth face difficult challenges isn't easy, but for most of us, it's the most satisfying work we've ever done.

At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop and/or laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.

Schedule & Pay:

Schedule: Full-time, on-site position. Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm.

Pay: $19 - $21 per hour

Nexus' Comprehensive Benefits Include:

• Four weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year of employment
• Floating Holidays!
• Multiple options for health insurance coverage
• No-cost life insurance
• Short/long-term disability insurance
• 401k match
• NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family
• NEW - Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family
• NEW - Carrot Fertility Benefit
• Tuition assistance, discounts, and professional training opportunities
• Advancement pathways and internal promotion
• Internships opportunities
• And much more!

Position Summary: Our Accounting Coordinator is responsible for performing accurate and timely accounting processes of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions by consistently applying sound accounting principles with in depth knowledge of accounts payable functions and ensures attention to detail to maintain the integrity of financial records, and requisite monthly journal entries.

Primary responsibilities:

Accounts Payable Activities

• Maintain vendor files in automated accounting system including 1099 information and 1099 reporting.
• Process vendor invoices, employee reimbursement/expenses, and intercompany payments on a weekly basis and petty cash fund replenishment with accurate account coding.
• Transfer and post accounts payable data files to the general ledger.
• Prepare and maintain accounts payable documentation files.

Bill Payment, Deposits & Documentation

• Ensure timely processing of bill payments, reimbursements, and fund replenishments in compliance with company policies.
• Respond to inquiries regarding accounts payable matters.
• Review credit card charges for proper documentation and policy compliance.
• Submit positive pay files to the bank after each check run.
• Process cash receipts via remote deposit and prepare related intercompany deposit reports.
• Prepare benefits funding requirement spreadsheets.
• Support annual audit preparation by compiling relevant accounts payable documentation.
• Assist with additional AR/AP functions to support the Finance department.
• Maintain professional communication with internal and external stakeholders, respecting diverse backgrounds.
• Ensure ethical conduct and confidentiality of all financial information.

Other

• Recognize and value cultural differences in all aspects of work and service delivery

Requirements

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting within a professional business or finance environment is required.
• Background Check clearance required.
• Valid driver's license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements
• Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.
• Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values.

Preferred:

• Associate degree in Accounting.
• Two to three (2-3) years of related work experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting within a professional business or finance environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office products including Word and Excel and familiarity with various accounting software packages required.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions will be focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.

ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies:

• Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches.
• Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern.
• Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly.
• Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate.
• Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards.

APPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM! When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives - including your own!

Salary Description

$19-$21 per hour