The Accounting Specialist role at Deerfield Park District supports 20-hour weekly financial operations for Deerfield, IL's vibrant parks and recreation services. Daily tasks include processing accounts payable for facility rentals and program supplies, reconciling bank statements tied to seasonal events like summer camps, and preparing monthly expenditure reports for board review. The specialist tracks grants for playground upgrades and analyzes vendor contracts to optimize district spending. Expect hands-on work with QuickBooks for transaction logging and Excel for budget forecasts. Candidates need an associate degree in accounting plus 2 years of experience. Proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel pivot tables, and general ledger management is essential.