Staff Accountant - The Chicago Lighthouse

This position is onsite at our main office location: 1850 W Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60608

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: The Staff Accountant wil...

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field, required;

At least two years of related experience required;

Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;

Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting;

Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles;

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software. SageIntacct experience a plus;

Commitment to our mission of providing opportunities for people who are blind, visually impaired, deaf-blind, or multi-disabled is essential.

Employee Benefits

BENEFIT PACKAGE UP TO AN ADDITIONAL 25% OF SALARY INCLUDING:

10 days paid vacation

12 paid holidays

6 sick days accrued over the year, up to 16 days available to be accumulated

Insurance Eligibility the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment

Medical (65% covered by the Chicago Lighthouse), dental and vision insurance offered

Short/long term disability

Life insurance 2x salary

Employee recognition events

Company matched 401(k) plan

Reasonably priced delicious food options on site (except at Glenview location)

Access to micro-kitchens

The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired is an Equal Opportunity Employer in full compliance with local, state, and federal Civil Rights & Affirmative Action laws. The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired maintains a strong policy of accommodation and a consistent practice of employing qualified individuals with disabilities. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, military status, order of protection status or unfavorable discharge from military service.