Staff Accountant

PerkSpot • Chicago, IL

22d • $75,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

PerkSpot is searching for a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team! At PerkSpot, our mission goes beyond discounts—it’s about empowering employees everywhere to make smarter spending decisions so they can do more of what they love. We believe every dollar saved can become a stepping stone to a brighter future, whether that’s a special family vacation, a first home, or simply extra peace of mind.
The Staff Accountant is responsible for executing core accounting operations with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Together with the Senior Accountant, this role owns key components of the month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance, and ensures financial data integrity across systems. The Staff Accountant also supports audits, maintains documentation for internal controls, and partners with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve accounting processes.
This position is required to be in the office 3 days a week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Our office is located in the Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago, IL.

Requirements

• 3 years of experience in a related accounting or finance role
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• Experience assisting with financial statements and general accounting processes
• Familiarity with A/P and A/R workflows
• Exposure to close cycles (monthly, quarterly, yearly)
• Experience analyzing P&L statements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills
• Experience with QuickBooks and Netsuite or a similar ERP system
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A natural curiosity and eagerness to learn and grow

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CPA Candidate Preferred
• Experience with Salesforce, Avalara, Ramp, Captivate IQ, and Domo a plus, not required
• Knowledge of multi-state tax laws and compliance requirements, preferred
• Experience with international entities, intercompany activity, or multi-currency environments is preferred.
• Tech or e-commerce industry experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements
• Support and manage Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R) functions, including employee expense reports and collections processes
• Record and process invoices accurately and timely
• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities
• Assist with P&L analysis and basic financial reporting
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation
• Provide outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support internal and external objectives
• Contribute to process improvements and team projects as the business scales
• Maintain and analyze balance sheet reconciliations according to deadlines
• Prepare and analyze intercompany transactions
• Manage sales and use tax for the organization including reconciliation against collection. Ensure reconciliation and documentation is supported monthly and payments must be timely. Ensure all entities are compliant and in good standing
• Assist with monthly and quarterly sales commission calculations and accruals
• Communicate with customers and vendors about accounting related topics

Benefits

• Competitive salary, matching 401K, and company paid disability.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance is effective on your first day of employment!
• Time off is required. We want our team members to rest, relax, and recharge, so we encourage employees to take 20 days off each year. Plus, we offer 8 paid company holidays and our office is closed from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day.
• Summer Fridays are great and are an annual tradition between Memorial Day and Labor Day every year.
• To help you get a jump start on company holidays, we close at 1 pm the day prior to each company holiday as “holiday eve.”
• Tenure is valued and rewarded. In addition to PTO, we offer a paid Sabbatical for up to 3 months to employees at 5 years and 10 years of service.
• Commuting can be expensive – we get it. So, we provide a monthly transportation stipend and free lunch every Wednesday.
• Connection and relationship building is everything. We offer regular outings, virtual events, fun community-interest Slack channels, and occasional happy hours.

What This Job Offers

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