Reports to: Project Director
Location: Illinois (Hybrid: Remote and Onsite)
FLSA Status: 50% FTE
Effective Date: October 1, 2025

Position Summary:  The Junior Accountant will provide accounting and administrative support for the successful financial management of the federally funded grant under HHS-ACF-OFA-ZB-0109. This role will assist with day-to-day financial operations, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with grant and organizational fiscal policies. Salary is $22,500 per year per federal funding for 20 hours per week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accounting & Bookkeeping
  • Record and reconcile financial transactions including accounts payable, receivable, and credit card activity.
  • Prepare and process invoices, purchase orders, and employee reimbursements.
  • Track, verify, and organize receipts for all grant-related expenditures to ensure accurate reconciliation and audit readiness.
  • Upload, label, and maintain digital and physical records of receipts, invoices, and reimbursement documentation.
• Grant Financial Support
  • Assist with tracking expenses by funding source and ensure proper allocation of costs per federal grant requirements.
  • Help monitor budget variances and generate periodic budget-to-actual reports.
  • Support documentation and reporting for federal compliance.
• Auditing & Reporting
  • Prepare documentation for external audits and internal reviews.
  • Maintain organized financial records and backup documentation as required by funders.
• System & Vendor Management
  • Maintain vendor files and assist in ensuring timely vendor payments.
  • Support the maintenance of QuickBooks and grant reporting platforms.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
• 1–2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping, preferably in a nonprofit or grant-funded setting.
• Familiarity with federal grant compliance and reporting preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in QuickBooks, Excel, and accounting software.
• Have legal permanent residency or U.S. citizenship (ie. proof of authorization to work in the U.S.)
• Prolonged periods of working on a computer.
• Acknowledge Family Bridges Statement of Faith.

Compensation:

Salary is in line with federal grant budget guidelines. PTO per state guidelines  and 401K option included following the probationary period. Position contingent on funding.

Please email cover letter and resume to Christine Zielinski, christine@familybridgesusa.org.