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Form of workThe WBDC is hiring for an Accounting Clerk. This role is based in Chicago. This full-time, exempt position reports to the Financial Controller.
Who We Are:
The Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) is a 501(c)(3) nationally recognized leader in the field of women's business development and economic empowerment that was established in 1986. Our mission is to support and accelerate business development and growth by targeting women and serving all diverse business owners, to strengthen their participation in, and impact on, the economy. We value our knowledgeable, prepared, and diverse staff and foster a culture that is results-oriented, supportive, and progressive.
The Role:
The Accounting Clerk provides financial support and administration for the WBDC. This role focuses on supporting the day-to-day needs of internal accounting activity, including interface between staff and external third-party vendors, and accounts receivable and payable.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support accounting operation, including outside invoices and payments, and all related documentation.
- Execute and manage day-to-day operations of accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) processing, including employee expense reporting.
- Supports recordkeeping of consulting, vendor, and funded grant contracts.
- Manages credit card and expense reconciliation, reporting, and documentation.
- Supports Financial Controller with various administrative tasks, including preparing company W9, 1099 statement preparation, and banking relationship verification.
- Maintains working relationships with third-party vendors.
- Align with the WBDC's overall strategic goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience :
- Experience with accounting software.
- 3+ years of work experience
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Bachelor's degree
- Passionate about women's issues and economic development
WBDC Benefits and Perks:
The WBDC offers a competitive benefits package with a growing mission-focused organization. Our benefits include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Long term care insurance
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Personal, sick, and vacation paid time off
- Life insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending account and dependent care benefit
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
The salary range for this position within the WBDC is $50,000 - $55,000 annually, commensurate with experience and skillset.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your resume by email to: Eva Pawlik, HR Generalist -
The Women's Business Development Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Further information regarding the WBDC is available at
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