Staff Accountant

Adtalem Global Education•Chicago, IL

2d•$42,662 - $75,065•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you detail-oriented and passionate about accounting? Adtalem Global Education is looking for a Staff Accountant to play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAAP. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse accounting functions and support business operations across multiple locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration
At least 2 years of accounting or related financial experience
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills—both oral and written
Advanced PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
MBA or other graduate degree preferred

Responsibilities

Perform monthly general ledger closing activities to ensure accurate balances and GAAP-compliant financial statements.
Generate monthly financial reports for business operations and field locations.
Prepare and analyze assigned general ledger accounts, research unusual activity, and recommend corrections or adjustments.
Create and maintain supporting documentation for account analysis.
Prepare accrual journal entries and enter inter-company rent for all Adtalem Global Education locations.
Conduct analytical reviews of rent expense, explain fluctuations, and ensure prepaid rent accounts are accurately recorded.
Maintain detailed prepaid rent analysis and efficient records for rent and other accounting expenses.
Provide and maintain reporting for field operations, international divisions, and directors for forecasting, budgeting, and business planning (e.g., Lawson Reports, International Revenue, and Accounts Receivable for CCE and CPE divisions).
Prepare month-end closing journal entries for international operations and Becker divisions; analyze variances against budget and resolve issues.
Ensure Purchase Card activity is coded correctly for all divisions; review Accounts Payable invoices for accuracy and timely payment.
Adhere to GAAP, SOX compliance, internal controls, and Code of Ethics.
Maintain schedules for wire transfers, charge-backs, and NSF transactions; forward information to appropriate parties.
Complete other duties as assigned and comply with all company policies and standards.