Open Positions at GACCoM

The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc. (GACCoM), currently has one open position:
- Full-Time Accounting Manager

Who we are:
GACCoM is a small non-profit organization whose mission it is to foster trade and investment between Germany and the US through public functions, membership and consulting. For more information, please take a look at our "Highlights 2007" brochure.

Our organisation is part of a worldwide network of German Chambers Abroad and we are associated with the German Chamber network (IHK), www.ihk.de and www.dihk.de. 

Full-Time Accounting Manager

The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc. (GACCoM), located in downtown Chicago, is looking for a bilingual (English/German) full-time Accounting Manager with 5+ years of work experience.

Job description:

The bilingual (English/German) Accounting Manager’s role includes, but is not limited to:           

• Maintaining general ledger. Analyzing and preparing monthly financial statements and forecasts based on US accounting rules for GACCoM and  its subsidiary          
• Preparing of quarterly and annual financial statements based on US and German reporting requirements          
• Preparing for independent audit          
• Cost control and budgeting. Oversight and monitoring project and event income and expenses.          
• Monitoring cash flow, currency fluctuation          
• Handling accounts receivables, accounts payables          
• Maintaining fixed asset ledger and depreciation schedule          
• Conducting monthly bank reconciliations, employees expense reports, credit card reconciliations, and Disbursements          
• Monthly reporting to management          
• The accounting manager will be supported by a part-time accountant

Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and 5+ years of experience in the field          
• Solid knowledge in US accounting and taxation, CPA a plus          
• Strong German language ability required (verbal and written)         
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel         
• Strong problem solving skills         
• Detail oriented and well organized, able to manage a variety of projects
• Team player, good communication skills, flexible and able to take on special projects         
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Benefits:

Medical, dental, long-term disability,  401K with corporate match. 20 days vacation plus major public holidays

How to apply:

Please e-mail resume & cover letter including salary requirements for this full-time position to Sabine Klensch, at klensch(at)gaccom.org. Materials should be received by November 24, 2008.  

Reference:
GACCoM Accounting Manager   Please also note that this is a full-time position in Chicago, no part-time or external contractor position. Thank you!

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