Staff Accountant
About The Position
The Staff Accountant plays a key role in supporting the organization’s accounting and financial operations, including month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. This role requires strong attention to detail, ownership of assigned responsibilities, and a commitment to accuracy and timeliness. This position is ideal for a team-oriented and detail-driven professional who is curious, takes ownership of their work, and actively looks for ways to improve processes. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, asks thoughtful questions, and contributes ideas to enhance efficiency and accuracy across the accounting function. This job is based in our Chicago Loop HQ, where we maintain a hybrid schedule.
Requirements
- Bachelors’ degree in accounting or related field preferred
- 3+ years of accounting experience required
- Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles
- Advanced attention to detail and analytical skills
- Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
- Comfortable working with large datasets
- Experience with accounting systems (Sage Intacct preferred)
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrates ownership and accountability for work
- Naturally curious with a willingness to ask questions and investigate
- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- Collaborative team player who works effectively across departments
Nice To Haves
- Sage Intacct preferred
Responsibilities
- Own and execute assigned components of the month-end and year-end close process
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
- Perform monthly and annual account reconciliations
- Take ownership of assigned areas of financial reporting and supporting schedules
- Analyze financial variances and proactively investigate differences
- Prepare ad hoc reporting and analysis for management and leadership
- Maintain and ensure accuracy of the general ledger
- Monitor and reconcile bank accounts
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
- Review vendor invoices for accuracy, coding, and approvals
- Support vendor payment processing and maintain vendor records
- Assist with A/R cycle including invoicing and cash application
- Support internal and external audit requests
- Maintain organized documentation and audit support schedules
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements
- Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
- Proactively question existing workflows and suggest enhancements or automation opportunities
- Participate in system implementations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits
- paid time off
- short- and long-term disability programs
- life insurance
- comprehensive health insurance (vision, dental, medical)
- 401(k) plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
