Staff Accountant

Sargent & Lundy • Chicago, IL

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Staff Accountant to support its accounting operations. The position prepares and reconciles month-end journal entries, supports accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, and owns portions of complex general ledger areas, including fixed assets, leases, and intercompany processing. The role also prepares workpapers and analyses supporting financial statements and GAAP and tax audits, assists with ad-hoc projects, and performs other general accounting duties as assigned.

The position follows a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the downtown Chicago, Illinois office and two days working remotely from home. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor employees for U.S. work authorization for this position.

The company describes its use of data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support work where relevant. Employees are expected to apply professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the posting.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Accounting.
• One to three years of progressive accounting experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and sound business judgment.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functional areas.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPA candidacy is desirable but not required.
• Workday experience is a plus.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant, but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end journal entries and reconciliations.
• Drive accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closes.
• Own parts of complex general ledger areas, such as fixed assets, leases, and intercompany processing.
• Prepare high-quality workpapers and analyses supporting financial statements and GAAP and tax audits.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects.
• Perform other general accounting duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k).
• Pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program.
• Employee discount program.
• Corporate charitable giving program.
• Tuition assistance.
• First professional licensure bonus.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Eligible positions may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

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