Staff Accountant

HUB International•Chicago, IL

12d•$50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

About the Position: The Staff Accountant reports to the Director of Finance and is responsible for the monthly closing processes for all current and acquired Broker Management Systems (BMS), G/L systems, and any additionally acquired systems. This individual will prepare and process journal entries, prepare balance sheet reconciliations, ensure compliance with GAAP and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Requires at least 1 year of experience in the accounting field
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Intermediate Excel skills required (vlookup, pivot tables, basic understanding of formulas, etc.)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure to achieve deadlines
High degree of accuracy with attention to detail
Self-motivated and proactive
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and achieve results in a fast-paced and changing environment
Team-oriented mindset with ability to collaborate effectively
Must have some flexibility of work hours and the ability to put in extra hours during peak times

Nice To Haves

Insurance experience a plus but not necessary

Responsibilities

Assist in the month-end closing process and running of reports for all BMS and G/L systems
Prepare timely, accurate, and compliant balance sheet reconciliations as assigned
Research and analyze data as requested
Run and distribute month end and ad-hoc reports
Prepare and process journal entries in the BMS and G/L systems
Proactively pursue resolution on outstanding items
Assist in providing audit support for both company wide audit and for regulated entities.
Participation in process improvement and design