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Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.
LSSI is hiring a full-time Controller Monday through Friday. Manage all aspects of financial reporting preparation for LSSI-including Budget and all annual Financial Audits. Supervise staff to accomplish proper internal controls and to complete work in a timely manner.
Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:
- On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
- Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
- Salary $130,000-$140,000/Annually.
- Opportunity for advancement.
- Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
- The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!
Essential Functions:
- Manage budget and audit processes (financial, federal, and tax returns), including final delivery to Board committees, Senior Management, and applicable governmental agencies.
- Manage close process in Microsoft Dynamics GP and MR financial reporting package preparation for LSSI, Cornerstone Foundation and the Worker’s Comp Trust.
- Manage Annual Financial Governmental Reporting to various Governmental Agencies as well as any Governmental audits that occur.
- Oversee training of LSSI staff throughout the state of Illinois on all aspects of the budget process and accounting processes.
- Identify and resolve accounting theory and financial statement issues with Senior Management, including recommendations on all financial policies.
- Oversee Accounts Payable.
- Oversee fixed asset process including monthly recording of depreciation, purchases, capital project tracking, etc.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance degree with related experience may be considered.
- Master’s degree would be an added plus.
- CPA preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting required, along with a minimum of 5 years of supervisory/management experience in an Accounting Department.
- Proficient in math calculations, including analysis and review, primarily within excel.
- MS Dynamics GP experience preferred.
- Demonstrate creative program planning and collaboration skills.
- The successful candidate will be a team player, will show respect and continuously strive for excellence.
- Excellent communication, organization, presentation, and pc/computer skills (including proficiency with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) along with other related software.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.
