About this opportunity
Laborers' Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago lists this Accountant opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Certified Public Accountant serving high net worth families with emphasis on education and communication.
Employer Description
The Laborers’ and Retirement Board Employees’ Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago (the “LABF” or “Fund”) was established in 1935 for the purpose of providing retirement and disability benefits to employees of the City of Chicago or the Board of Education in a “labor service” classification, and their beneficiaries. Employees of three City of Chicago pension funds also participate in the LABF. The LABF is governed pursuant to Articles 1 and 11 of the Illinois Pension Code, 40 ILCS 5/1-101, et seq., and is administered by an eight-member Board of Trustees (the “Board”). Currently, the Fund employs 21 full-time staff, has 2,600 active members, and 3,500 members or survivors receiving benefits, and $1.3 billion in investment assets. Please visit for more information regarding the LABF.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Lead Accountant and Comptroller, the Accountant will perform entry-level professional accounting duties and related duties as required.
Code, record and update journal entries (e.g. expenditures, account transfers, etc.).
Audit financial documents to ensure entries are accurate and appropriately allocated to accounts.
Reconciliation of bank accounts.
Verify and record receipts.
Verify and record invoices in accounting system.
Assist with payroll functions.
Assist with special projects as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (minimum GPA of 3.2/4.0)
Desired Skills and Attributes:
Exceptional communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to meet multiple concurrent deadlines in a fast-paced environment
High level of initiative and follow-through
Hard-working, thorough, accurate, detail-oriented
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel)
Ability to work within and enjoy a team environment
Ability to recommend and drive process improvements
Additional Information
Office Location: In Person – 321 N. Clark Street, Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60654
Base salary: $63,744
Benefits: Attractive insurance benefits; Participation in defined benefit pension plan
How to Apply
Please submit resume and cover letter to:
Recent college graduates (since 2023) should provide GPA in resume or cover letter at time of application
The Laborers’ and Retirement Board Employees’ Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Government Administration
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.