About Challenge Unlimited:
At Challenge Unlimited, our vision is to become a national leader in providing employment services to people with disabilities that empower them to reach their full potential. We intentionally provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities which will assist them to live, work, and participate in the community.
Challenge Unlimited is driven by its core values: community, helpfulness, abilities, leadership, learning, ethics, innovation, growth, and effective outcomes. It is these values that have powered Challenge Unlimited to its success and has helped over 600 disabled individuals find meaningful work across all of our locations.
About this Position:
Position Type: Full Time
Days: Monday-Friday
Hours:8am-4:30pm
Pay: $22 per hour
Travel: up to 10%
Location: Alton, Illinois
Reporting to Director of Finance, the Accounts Payable Accountant is responsible for providing accounting services which further our mission to help people who have different abilities to receive work support and development as needed—achieving the highest level of independence possible
Responsibilities Verify invoices and purchase requisitions align with company policies and procedures. Ensure all invoice files and supporting documents are kept secure.Enter data into accounting system. Process incoming mail . Manage the full accounts payable cycle from receipt of invoices to payment, including coding invoices, matching purchase orders, obtaining and/or verifying approval, and entering invoices into the accounting system. Code charges by applicable departmentCash out automatic payments. Ensure the proper and timely booking of all payments and employee expenses and keep financial records updated and accurate. Reconcile balances and make appropriate corrections where necessary .Responsible for monthly accounts payable journal entries/accruals and assigned balance sheet reconciliations. Review all receipts for credit card purchases to match with credit card balance statements, verify approval and process for payment; includes WEX account.Review Vendor statement match up invoices in system to verify all items on vendor statement are accounted for. Work with Vendor and internal Managers to resolve any discrepancy items.Answer accounting and financial questions in a timely, accurate manner by researching and interpreting data. Maintain good rapport with internal customers, vendors, and external auditors.Collect, review, and update W-9 information from all company vendors Responsible for IRS 1099 compliance and reporting.Set up new Drivers in WEX system, generate Driver PINs.Audit the checking accounts, saving accounts and cash on hand for applicable Residents along with Residential Options’ petty cash balances for 3-5 group homes quarterly.Assist Finance Team with gathering support for all audits. Requirements Education: Bachelors Degree in Accounting.Experience: 1+ year of bookkeeping and accounting experience preferred. Will accept an equivalent combination of High School Diploma or G.E.D with 10 years experienceProblem solving shills and attention to detail are required.Proficient with MS Excel and OutlookBackground Checks: pass criminal background check, Various State and Federal Registry checks. Must pass credit history check. DCFS Abuse and neglect tracking system checkDriving: must be 21 years or older, maintain valid drivers license, and pass driving history check. Personally insured vehicle is required. Benefits MedicalDental Vision Holidays Vacation Sick and Personal Days Funeral Leave Mileage reimbursement
EOE Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.