Accountant

Job overview

The Accountant role is hybrid, with in-office work at CMAP’s Old Post Office location in Chicago, IL. The hiring range is $69,769.35–$85,467.39 per year. The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning serves municipalities and counties across Northeastern Illinois through regional planning and investment. The accountant supports the agency’s financial integrity through accurate, timely, and compliant accounting operations. The role processes transactions, supports close and reporting activities, monitors project and grant finances, and contributes to improvements in financial systems and controls.

What you'll do

• Process accounts receivable and cash receipts
• prepare bank deposits and record transactions
• prepare and post journal entries and support month-end close under GAAP and applicable requirements
• monitor project and grant activity for compliance, billing, and reporting
• reconcile accounts and investigate variances
• maintain financial data in Microsoft Dynamics 365
• collaborate across departments and with external partners
• contribute to process optimization, internal controls, and ERP improvements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

accountant

hybrid

chicago il

chicago metropolitan agency for planning

finance division

accounts receivable

journal entries

month-end close

grant accounting

gaap

microsoft dynamics 365

$69,769.35–$85,467.39/year

37.5-hour workweek

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefit eligible
• the posting directs applicants to CMAP’s career page for details on compensation and benefit offerings.

Why this role

CMAP offers a reduced 37.5-hour workweek and a flexible hybrid schedule. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field and at least two years of applicable accounting experience are required.

About the employer

Chicago Metropolitan Agen is hiring for this role. Industry: Other General Government Support. Sector: 92.