Staff Accountant

Confidential · Chicago, Illinois

FULL TIME$75,000 – $75,000 / yr

Job Description

Your Future Team

We are seeking a motivated Staff Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoys balancing multiple priorities. This individual will join the Accounting team and play a key role in supporting the organization's financial reporting and close processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, highly adaptable, and capable of maintaining accuracy under varying workloads. This role offers strong opportunities for professional growth and development.

What You'll Do

Prepare detailed monthly bank reconciliations and supporting schedules.

Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.

Support revenue accounting activities, reconciliations, and related financial reporting.

Assist with month-end close activities and ensure assigned deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.

Review general ledger activity throughout the month to improve close efficiency and maintain data integrity.

Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances.

Analyze financial results and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

Provide variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior periods.

Support annual financial audits and respond to audit requests in a timely manner.

Assist with maintaining and strengthening internal controls and compliance processes.

Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency and accuracy.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and information flow throughout the organization.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

1-3+ years of progressive accounting experience in a dynamic business environment.

CPA or CPA-track preferred.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Collaborative mindset and ability to work within a team-oriented environment.

Technical Skills

Required

Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, data analysis, and reporting.

Preferred

Experience with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and data management software.

Compensation &

Benefits

Competitive salary range of

$75,000-$80,000

plus discretionary bonus (exact base salary amount will be dependent on experience)

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off program

Hybrid work arrangement; four days in the office, one day remote

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions

Professional development opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Additional voluntary benefit offerings

Company	Confidential
Location	Chicago, Illinois
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Full-time
Salary	$75,000 – $75,000 / yr

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