Employment with Loyola Press

  

Loyola Press is much more than a publishing company. As a Jesuit Ministry, we continue the Jesuit tradition of excellence and service through the content we create and by being people for others. As a leader in instructional products for the Catholic school, parish, and special needs markets, as well as award-winning Trade titles, our mission is to help others by providing high quality resources developed through innovative and strategic methods.

That mission starts with our employees. As a three-time recipient of the Chicago Tribune’s Top Workplaces award, Loyola Press strives to create an engaging, supportive community for our employees. We’re looking for candidates who are excited to contribute their unique skills to our collaborative workplace.

Staff Accountant

ABOUT LOYOLA PRESS

Loyola Press is a Chicago-based nonprofit Catholic publishing ministry of the Society of Jesus. Since 1912, we have created books, curriculum, and digital resources that help people of all ages grow academically, personally, and spiritually. Inspired by the Jesuit tradition, our mission is to help people find God in all things and lead purposeful lives with and for others. We bring that mission forward by combining more than a century of publishing experience with thoughtful innovation in content, technology, and the ways we reach those we serve.

WHO WE SERVE

Our work reaches children and adults, families and individuals, Catholic parishes and schools, and K–8 educators using our English language arts resources. We serve these communities directly and through retailers, distributors, and ministry partners in the United States and around the world. Across every audience and format, we seek to create engaging, high-quality resources that meet people where they are and support learning, faith, and meaningful growth.

HOW WE WORK

At Loyola Press, how we do our work matters as much as what we create. Our Jesuit “way of proceeding” calls us to assume the best intentions, listen deeply, and treat colleagues, customers, authors, and partners with openness, respect, and care.

We work as one team—sharing ideas, seeking and offering help, learning continuously, and following through on our commitments. As a nonprofit ministry, we are thoughtful stewards of our time, talents, tools, and financial resources. We value professionalism without losing humanity, collaboration paired with accountability, and innovation grounded in mission. We support employee well-being, professional growth, and a healthy workplace where each person’s contribution helps advance work larger than any one of us.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Staff Accountant plays an important role in supporting the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of Loyola Press’s financial operations. Reporting to the Accounting Director, this position manages the day-to-day accounts payable process, performs routine accounting and general ledger activities, and maintains royalty reporting records and systems. The role works collaboratively with colleagues across the organization while independently managing assigned responsibilities, deadlines, and projects.

This is a hybrid position based in the Chicago area, with two scheduled on-site workdays each week.

ABOUT YOU

You are looking to build your accounting career in a role where you can develop broad, hands-on experience. You may be a recent graduate or have a few years of accounting experience. You bring a solid foundation in accounting, comfort working in Excel, and an interest in learning systems such as NetSuite. You are detail-oriented, dependable, and willing to ask questions as you learn. You enjoy solving problems, keeping work organized, and following tasks through to completion. You are also comfortable working independently and collaborating with colleagues across the organization.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Salary Range: $60,000 - $68,000
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • 403(b) with Employer Contribution
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Group Term Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (available to all employees at no cost)

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

General Accounting

  • Perform period-end close activities, including preparing and posting standard journal entries, reconciling assigned accounts, and distributing reports.
  • Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset database.
  • Reconcile and import monthly corporate credit card activity.
  • Maintain the royalty database and assist with royalty cycle close activities, periodic reporting, and the distribution of royalty statements.
  • Track, reconcile, and support reporting of unclaimed property.

Accounts Payable

  • Process purchasing and accounts payable documents, including purchase orders, vendor invoices, and credits.
  • Maintain accurate vendor records in the accounts payable system and respond to vendor inquiries.
  • Work with department approvers to obtain timely approval of outstanding invoices and purchase orders.

Annual Reporting and Other Responsibilities

  • Support the annual financial statement audit by preparing requested documentation and responding to inquiries related to assigned responsibilities.
  • Learn and provide backup support for other accounting department functions through cross-training.
  • Assist with annual Form 1099 reporting.
  • Independently manage assigned tasks and projects, meeting established deadlines and communicating proactively about questions or issues.

• Assist with additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

  • Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and general ledger functions.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • High attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and accounting experience will also be considered.
  • Two years of relevant accounting experience preferred; recent graduates with applicable accounting coursework are also encouraged to apply.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills and experience using Word and Teams.
  • Experience with NetSuite or a comparable accounting system is helpful but not required.

TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter via email to: resumes@loyolapress.com. Use the subject line: Staff Accountant

No Relocation.

EEOE/M/F/D/AA