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 Accounting Bookkeeper/Clerk Monday through Friday. All payable invoices received from field offices are processed & entered into Great Plaines timely and accurate weekly AP deadline that are set. Perform research to resolve issues with field offices and vendors timely, complete vendor maintenance forms as needed.

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:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
• Salary $20.60/Hour.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 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:

• Receive phone calls from vendors and field offices and resolve questions in a timely and pleasant manner.
• Communicate with Program Staff as needed to resolve issues timely.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.
• Commit to and actively participate in continuous improvement processes.
• Work independently and meet deadlines within the defined parameters of the job duties.
• Provide on-going support and services to program directors, business managers, and associates in regards to invoices and past due balances.
• Pull invoices and back-up as needed for audit and other grants.
• Assisting in year end Audit pulling AP Checks and vouchers.

Position Qualifications:

• High school degree or GED.
• 1-2 years of experience entering invoices or working in accounts payable.
• High level ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to communicate well verbally (telephone calls to vendors and program directors) and written (e-mails within the agency and to external entities).
• 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.