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Accounting Coordinator

Accounting Coordinator

Saga Education • Chicago, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Employment status: Full-time

Reports to: Accounting Manager

Application period: 2/4/2026 - 3/4/2026

Start date: ASAP

Salary range: $22.00/hr - $24.00/hr, commensurate with experience

Who We Are

Saga Education is the nonprofit leader in high-impact tutoring, with an ROI that is among the best nationwide. We leverage the power of human capital and technology to accelerate student outcomes and create more equitable learning for students. Rigorous research shows that high-impact tutoring raises grades and fosters student confidence and a sense of belonging. Saga co-designs and collaborates to develop and implement high-quality tutoring models, offering learning technology and resources to enable effective tutoring. To find out more about Saga Education, visit saga.org.

We are proud to have helped tens of thousands of students over our first decade—now the goal is to partner with states and districts to support the 3 million underserved students who struggle with early literacy and 6th–12th-grade math. Find out how you can be a part of the meaningful change needed to accelerate educational equity. Visit saga.org/change.

Saga Education | Change the Equation

What You'll Do

The Accounting Coordinator plays a key role in keeping our financial operations organized and running smoothly. You'll manage accounts payable, process expense reports, track vendor contracts, and assist with monthly accounting tasks. As the go-to person for payments and expense-related questions, you'll collaborate with vendors, employees, and the finance team to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

This is an ideal role for someone who loves numbers, enjoys staying organized, and thrives in a mission-driven environment. You'll be part of a supportive team, helping to ensure our resources are used effectively to advance our mission of changing the equation in education. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Accounts Payable (AP):
    • Process vendor payments using BILL.
    • Request W-9s
    • Send out BILL account invite to parties requesting reimbursement
    • Monitor outstanding AP aging and follow up on payment issues or discrepancies.
    • Support AP reporting and KPIs, such as aging analysis
    • Support 1099 preparation (and issue resolution: If TIN match returns error, reach out to vendors to obtain the correct tax IDs)
  • Expense and Credit Card Management:
    • Process company credit card expense reports.
    • Manage company card reimbursement requests.
    • Download credit card statements each month
    • Provide support for Grubhub credit requests and reconciliations.
    • Follow up with employees for missing receipts, expense clarifications, or approvals.
    • Manage credit card for users, add/remove.
  • Vendor and Contract Management:
    • Save all new vendor contracts and update the contract tracking spreadsheet.
  • Month-End and Accounting Support:
    • Assist with monthly close processes, including report preparation and reconciliations.
    • Monthly Operational Review Reporting.
  • Accounting Support:
    • Maintain accounting files and documentation.
    • Support audit schedules and auditor requests
    • Prepare reports and provide general support to the finance team.
    • Collaborate with the finance team on ad hoc projects and analysis.
  • Staff Communication and Support:
    • Send email communications regarding Concur expense report and BILL processes.
    • Troubleshoot issues and answer BILL and Concur questions

What We'll Use To Measure Success

  • Mission Alignment - You acknowledge and can articulate an understanding of education inequity
  • Nimble Learning - You use both successes and failures to actively learn new lessons
  • Action Oriented - You take on new opportunities and have a solutions-oriented approach
  • Collaborates - You build partnerships and work collaboratively to meet shared objectives
  • Communicates Effectively - You deliver clear, multi-mode communication to various audiences

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2+ years of experience in accounting or accounts payable, preferably in a nonprofit or education setting
  • Familiarity with accounting tools (e.g., BILL, Concur) and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Clear communication skills and a helpful attitude
  • Experience with 1099 preparation is a plus

What We'll Provide

Saga Education offers competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, IVF coverage, paid parental leave, an optional FSA, and telehealth benefits. Saga provides a generous PTO package, which includes a paid Winter Wellness Break, an optional 401(k) with discretionary matching, and company-provided technology. All employees have access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program and Saga 360 Wellness Program.

Saga is committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA, we provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, contact recruitment@saga.org.

Thank you for applying to Saga Education.

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