About New Moms
At New Moms, we’re on a mission to empower young moms and their families to thrive and build brighter futures. Through innovative housing, job training, and family support programs, we serve hundreds of families each year across Chicagoland.

Position Summary
New Moms is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Accountant to support the organization's financial integrity through accurate accounting, financial reporting, and compliance. This role is responsible for managing key accounting functions, including payroll, reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, audit preparation, and grant compliance.

The Accountant plays an important role in ensuring the financial health of both New Moms and its social enterprise, Bright Endeavors, by maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, and supporting sound financial decision-making. This position partners closely with the Finance Director and other departments to ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and funding requirements.

This position is located at New Moms' main office in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago.

Location: New Moms Main Officer (5317 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL)

Schedule:Full-Time, 40 hours/week. Following onboarding, this position could be eligible for a hybrid schedule.

Starting Salary: $78,000 - $83,000

What a Day Might Look Like

Your day may begin by preparing journal entries for bank transactions, payroll and fixed assets before reconciling bank and investment accounts. Later, you might review grant revenue and expenditures, ensure compliance with donor restrictions, partner with the Finance Director to prepare month-end financial statements, or collaborate with colleagues to resolve accounting discrepancies.

Throughout the week, you'll support payroll processing, maintain accurate financial records, prepare audit schedules, and identify opportunities to improve accounting systems and workflows. Your work ensures New Moms has the financial information needed to make informed decisions while maintaining the highest standards of accountability to funders and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

Process payroll and related journal entries while serving as backup for payroll functions
Lead month-end and year-end close activities
Coordinate annual audit, Single Audit, and Form 990 preparation
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Perform monthly bank and investment account reconciliations
Track restricted and unrestricted funds and resolve reconciliation discrepancies
Maintain supporting documentation for audits and donor compliance

Capital Expenditure (CapEx) & Fixed Asset Management

Administer capital expenditure processes and maintain fixed asset records
Track capital purchases, depreciation, funding sources, and grant compliance
Maintain fixed asset schedules and supporting documentation

Grant & Fund Accounting Support

Support grant accounting, restricted fund tracking, and compliance reporting
Collaborate with grant and contracts teams to ensure compliance with funding requirements
Maintain temporary restricted schedules and reconcile private funding activity

Accounting & Financial Reporting

Prepare journal entries, financial reports, and supporting schedules
Assist with financial statement preparation and audit support
Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, internal controls, and organizational policies
Support staff understanding of financial systems and reporting tools

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

Strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes and documentation
Develop and maintain accounting SOPs
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve financial operations

You’ll Thrive in This Role If You Are:

Passionate about using your accounting expertise to support a mission-driven organization
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Comfortable balancing day-to-day accounting with process improvement initiatives
Analytical and naturally curious about financial trends and reconciliation
Able to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines
A collaborative partner who communicates financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues
Committed to integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required
CPA and/or Master's degree preferred

Experience

Four (4) or more years of nonprofit accounting experience
Knowledge of government grant guidelines and restricted fund accounting
Payroll processing experience preferred
Experience with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks required
Experience with NetSuite preferred

Skills

Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and GAAP
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Experience improving financial systems, processes, and internal controls

Work Environment: Must be able to sit/stand for up to 8 hours, walk stairs, and lift up to 30–40

lbs (or perform with reasonable accommodation). Work environments may vary.

Benefits & Perks: We care about the well-being of our team and are proud to offer a

comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

Medical insurance with generous employer contribution
Dental and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance – 100% employer-paid
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and resources
Generous paid time off, as well as 15 paid holidays and half days on Fridays during the
summer
403b retirement plan with employer match
Pre-tax transportation benefits
Professional development
Free spiritual direction services

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