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Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Habitat for Humanity International
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-12
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 - 70000 USD Yearly USD 50000.00 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

The Accountant records financial activity, reconciles general ledger accounts, and prepares internal reports. Responsibilities include maintaining multiple schedules to track data for grants, audits, and month-end close; assisting with financial statement review and research; and providing support as needed, including annual audit and special projects. Flexibility is required as duties may change within the department or with evolving products and services offered by the organization.

Responsibilities
  • Post weekly journal entries to allocate construction staff labor to CIP (Construction in Progress).
  • Record CIP accruals for all closing lots, review costs for accuracy, and send reports to the construction department to verify costs prior to closing the lot.
  • Prepare monthly closing JEs for cost of completed homes transferred; reconcile homes closed master worksheet to home sales and cost of homes.
  • Prepare monthly closing JEs for cost of completed jobs.
  • Prepare GL reconciliation schedules.
  • Provide Grant Administrator expenditures for grant reimbursements and update class codes in accounting software for those expenditures.
  • Reconcile grants expenditures in database to compare to grant income.
  • Record and track grants that are recorded as forgivable debt; prepare HOME & CDGB grant billings.
  • Update documentation in grant folder to correspond to grant billings.
  • Assist with review of annual homeowner escrow analysis and payment of property taxes.
  • Record land acquisitions and maintain land folders.
  • Assist CFO with financial statement review and research as needed.
  • Update and reconcile audit worksheets within areas of responsibility (monthly, quarterly, or annually as appropriate).
  • Maintain clear documentation of procedures.
  • Participate in cross-training to provide backup for planned department absences.
  • Provide support to the Director of Finance and CFO, including annual audit and special projects.
  • Utilize advanced MS Excel & Access to record and reconcile accounting transactions.
  • Monitor the home build calendar for changes that will impact the Accounting Department.
  • Responsible for all aspects of repair jobs.
  • Create billing invoices for Emergency Home Repair and Neighborhood Revitalization programs; enter and reconcile billings in financial software and reconcile correlating construction in progress.
  • Assist with annual budget planning and preparation.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Knowledge of cost accounting and/or construction industry is a plus.
  • Knowledge of loan servicing is a plus.
  • Self-motivated and resourceful.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to check and reconcile work.
  • Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail is a must.
  • Ability to work independently but also collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Positive personality, attitude, and professionalism.
  • Knowledge of GAAP (nonprofit accounting a plus).
  • Knowledge of accounting software (preferably Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT).
  • Strong MS Access, Excel, and Word skills.
  • Ability to work 40+ hours/week; evening and weekend hours may be needed on rare occasions.
  • Proficient with 10-Key.
Education, Experience
  • Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance or the equivalent experience, plus three years of related experience.
Physical Requirements
  • Sit at a desk or in a meeting for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift 25 pounds.
  • Able to drive to off-site locations; requires a current Arizona driver’s license, a clean driving record, auto insurance, and a reliable vehicle.
Work Environment and Conditions
  • The majority of duties are performed in an office setting; there may be time away from the office for special events or business-related errands, and the use of your own vehicle may be required.
  • Occasional time on construction sites with exposure to uneven terrain, dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme temperatures, noises, fumes, and odors.
Tools and Equipment Used
  • Proficiency with office equipment and software, including computer, printer, phone, copiers, calculator, and other communication tools; standard office attire.

Location:

Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona, 2830 W Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051

Pay Range: $50,000 - $70,000

Apply at: habitatcaz.org/careers

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About

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. HFHI invites people of all backgrounds to build houses in partnership with families in need. HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on protected characteristics.

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