Chicago, IL, USA
19 days ago
Accounting Clerk

PURPOSE:

To process and monitor participant benefits, perform multiple HUD functions and provide backup to selected department functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The list of essential duties and responsibilities, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the task to be performed. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein is such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Monitor all admissions and discharges for application/transfer of benefits and funding. Ensure that funding and benefits begin or discontinues properly. Track renewal dates for all appropriate benefits. Coordinate the completion of Public Aid LINK/SNAP card applications on all new participants and every 6 months for existing participants. Track and monitor monthly LINK/SNAP card amounts. Apply for new LINK/SNAP cards where applicable. Complete Medicaid, Medicare D, and other medical applications as needed. Apply for Social Security Benefits for participants as needed. Track monthly Social Security benefits and all other income for all participants. Primary liaison between Little City Foundation and DHS/Social Security offices. Maintain up-to-date and complete files on LCF participants, including funding awards and entitlements as well as all back-up required by our funding and oversight agencies. Maintain and distribute various excel spreadsheets and reports that document outstanding issues and other important information. Monitor residents’ bank statements and apprise management of significant withdrawals and building balances. Oversees distribution of clients’ monthly SS allowances and audit quarterly. Prepare cash deposits and take to bank. Reconcile LCCD Balance Sheet accounts. Prepare LCCD monthly journal entries. Process annual HUD Client re-certification and assist with HUD client intakes. Oversees Accounting’s Petty Cash. – Cash reimbursement check and monitor distribution. Liaison between IPASS and transportation dept. & resolves IPASS fine notifications Sorts and distributes department mail. Provide backup to accounts receivable and accounts payable. Maintains American Heart Association certification in First Aid and CPR, if required. Successfully completes Little City Foundation required training, re-training, and any additional training as required by Little City Foundation policies and practices, or as assigned by his or her immediate supervisor. Other duties as assigned.
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