Staff Accountant
Chicago Fire•Chicago, IL
5d•$55,000 - $60,000
About The Position
Chicago Fire Football Club is seeking a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team! This role is integral to the Club’s period closes and reporting, audit planning and preparation, and execution of key departmental projects. Responsibilities assigned to this role will be spread across the Club’s 11 for-profit companies and one not-for-profit organization. The Staff Accountant will report to the Manager, Accounting.
Requirements
- 1 - 3 years of relevant accounting experience
- Attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to meet firm deadlines
- Ability to work in a team/collaborative work environment
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills
- A positive attitude, incorporating integrity, confidentiality, and discretion
- Proficiency with MS Office Products
- Ability to work non-traditional hours, in non-traditional settings, including all home games (or other work events) that fall on nights, weekends, and/or holidays
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Experience using NetSuite accounting software
- Experience working in a fast-paced or start up environment
Responsibilities
- Support the monthly close process, including preparation and recording of journal entries (revenue recognition, expense accruals, adjusting entries)
- Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations
- Record and reconcile daily bank transactions, including credit card settlements, box office deposits, front office deposits, field rental deposits, payments, and miscellaneous receipts
- Develop a thorough understanding of intercompany activity and assist with accurate and timely recording of related transactions
- Participate in financial statement audits and support internal and external audit requests
- Assist with preparation and filing of annual 1099 forms in compliance with IRS requirements
- Research and resolve accounts payable and accounts receivable discrepancies
- Maintain strong working relationships with vendors and customers to ensure timely issue resolution
- Completion of other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Official Chicago Fire FC Website
- This role is bonus eligible based on club-wide goals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
