AR/AP Staff Accountant

Flyover in Chicago•Chicago, IL

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

The AR/AP Staff Accountant is a key member of the Finance & Accounting team at a growing immersive entertainment company operating across four sites in the United States, Canada, and Iceland. The role supports day-to-day accounting operations across the Flyover Attractions platform, with a primary focus on accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash activity, and general accounting support. Working closely with the Controller and Finance & Accounting team, the Staff Accountant helps ensure vendor invoices, customer billings, payments, reconciliations, and accounting records are processed accurately and on time. The role also supports month-end close, reporting, audit requests, and ongoing improvements to accounting processes and systems. This is a hybrid role with three days in the office, located at Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois.

Requirements

At least 2 years of accounting experience with hands-on accounts payable and accounts receivable responsibilities.
Working knowledge of general accounting principles and GAAP.
Experience with invoice processing, customer billing, account reconciliations, and month-end close support.
Experience working in an ERP or accounting system.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Teams.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research and resolve discrepancies.
Ability to work independently and recognize when to escalate questions or issues.
Strong communication and customer-service skills when working with vendors, customers, and internal teams.
High integrity, accountability, and discretion when handling financial information.
Adaptability and a solutions-oriented approach in a growing and changing organization.
Ability to identify process improvements and help create efficient, scalable accounting workflows.
Flexibility to meet changing priorities and manage deadlines accurately and efficiently.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a similar ERP.
Experience supporting a multi-entity or multi-location organization.
Experience in hospitality, tourism, attractions, or experience-based businesses.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including reviewing and coding invoices, routing approvals, entering invoices, and supporting timely payment processing.
Maintain vendor records, respond to vendor inquiries, research discrepancies, and resolve payment issues.
Support accounts receivable activities, including customer invoicing, recording payments, monitoring outstanding balances, and following up on past-due accounts.
Reconcile AP and AR subledgers to the general ledger and investigate differences.
Assist with cash and bank activity, including payment application, deposits, and bank reconciliations.
Prepare and post routine journal entries and supporting schedules for month-end close.
Reconcile assigned balance sheet and general ledger accounts and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations across multiple entities and locations.
Support expense, credit card, and other accounting reconciliations as assigned.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and close activities.
Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audit requests.
Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation in accordance with company policies and GAAP.
Partner with site leaders and internal departments to resolve invoice, billing, coding, and payment questions.
Support Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central implementation, process documentation, and transition from legacy systems.
Identify opportunities to improve AP, AR, and accounting workflows and strengthen internal controls.
Provide general accounting support and assist with other Finance & Accounting projects as needed.