Staff Accountant

AEG Worldwide • Chicago, IL

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the full cycle of accounting operations, including maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. This role is a key contributor to the finance team, with ownership of general ledger activities and responsibility for analyzing financial data, resolving discrepancies, and supporting accurate financial execution. In addition to core accounting responsibilities, the role provides support and coverage for accounts payable as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience with exposure to general ledger and financial reporting
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and ability to apply them in practice
• Familiarity with accounts payable processes and financial reconciliations
• Proficiency in JD Edwards and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish

Responsibilities

• Maintain ownership of the general ledger, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and appropriate accounting treatment across assigned business segments
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries; analyze financial results and support month-end and year-end close processes
• Perform detailed account reconciliations; investigate variances, determine root causes, and implement appropriate resolutions
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports, schedules, and variance explanations for internal stakeholders
• Evaluate transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with company policy and accounting standards
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing financial data, trend analysis, and insights
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and recommend process improvements to strengthen financial accuracy and efficiency
• Provide backup support and coverage for accounts payable functions, including reviewing vendor invoices for accuracy, coding, and proper approvals
• Assist with payment activities (ACH, wire, and urgent transactions) as needed, ensuring completeness of documentation and adherence to internal controls
• Help address vendor and internal inquiries related to payment status or discrepancies, escalating issues as appropriate
• Review employee expense reports for policy compliance and proper accounting treatment when required
• Track, analyze, and reconcile booking-related revenues, expenses, and payments, ensuring alignment with contractual agreements
• Review and interpret financial terms of agreements, offers, and settlements; identify discrepancies and recommend resolutions
• Support settlement processes with partners and artist management by validating financial data and ensuring accurate execution
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, legal, and operations teams to ensure financial terms are properly reflected and executed
• Provide financial insights and reporting to support decision-making on booking and project-based activities
• Maintain accurate documentation to support audits and financial reviews
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to implementation of accounting best practices
• Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the level and scope of the role

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• paid holidays
• vacation and sick time
• company paid basic life insurance
• voluntary life insurance
• parental leave
• 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%)
• flexible spending and health savings account options
• wellness offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level