Staff Accountant

BradyPLUS•Glenview, IL

7d•$70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Imperial Brady is seeking a Staff Accountant to maintain financial reports and general ledger records and support account research and analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting. The position reports to the Senior Manager, Accounting. The role performs month-end close activities, prepares financial statements, posts journal entries, analyzes accounts and financial statements, and reconciles assigned balance sheet accounts. It also supports process improvement, responds to financial inquiries, assists external auditors, and handles additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
3–5 years of experience in finance or a related field.
Attention to detail and ability to work with large datasets while identifying key details.
Working knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and practices.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications, including Excel and Word, and various modern ERP systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Time-management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong organizational skills and ability to establish priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and professionally.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain good working relationships at all organizational levels.
Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods, operate a computer, and listen and speak clearly by phone and in person.
Ability to pass job-related employment screenings.

Responsibilities

Perform month-end close activities, including preparing consolidated internal and external financial statements using information from the general ledger system and departments.
Prepare and post journal entries to adjust profit and loss and balance sheet accounts.
Analyze financial statements and identify and recommend appropriate accruals and adjustments.
Analyze information and summarize findings for management presentations.
Maintain and reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts, ensuring proper documentation, accuracy, and timely resolution of variances.
Develop and implement accounting procedures focused on process improvement and accounting transformation by evaluating current workflows and recommending enhancements.
Research, interpret, and clearly communicate responses to accounting and financial inquiries.
Provide data, documentation, and support to external auditors during audits and reviews.
Support additional duties and special projects as assigned.