Staff Accountant

Mem Global • Chicago, IL

8d • $60,000 - $68,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mem Global is seeking a detail-oriented, curious, and motivated Staff Accountant to join its finance team. This position will support the finance department by executing day-to-day accounting operations with accuracy, timeliness, and attention to detail. Working closely with the Senior Staff Accountant and Controller, this role maintains financial records, prepares routine accounting transactions, supports month-end close activities, and contributes to efficient, well-documented accounting operations while developing technical accounting knowledge and professional skills. This role offers broad, hands-on experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close, vendor management, financial systems, and process improvement, with a focus on mentoring and professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, ideally in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or another analytical field. Candidates from other academic backgrounds who demonstrate strong analytical ability and a genuine interest in pursuing an accounting career are also encouraged to apply. Four years of additional related professional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree.
• At least three years of full-time professional work experience.
• Completed an internship or had previous experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, banking, operations, payroll, or administrative support.
• Prior experience using accounting or ERP software such as Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar systems.
• Experience with Bill.com, Ramp, or other AP automation platforms.
• Experience working with Excel spreadsheets, including formulas, lookups, or data organization.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to learn new software, accounting systems, and business processes quickly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office, or the ability to quickly become proficient.
• Professionalism, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information.
• Genuine interest in learning accounting and building a career in finance.

Nice To Haves

• Progress towards a CPA or other professional certification is a plus, but not required.
• Familiarity with nonprofit organizations or nonprofit accounting is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Processing vendor invoices accurately and timely using Bill.com and Sage Intacct.
• Creating and maintaining vendor records across multiple accounting and banking systems.
• Preparing ACH, check, and wire payments for review and approval.
• Supporting domestic and international payment processes.
• Coordinating vendor onboarding by communicating with vendors and internal program teams, sending Bill.com invitations, collecting banking information, and maintaining vendor records.
• Assisting with accounts receivable activities, including customer billing, invoices, statements, and related schedules.
• Supporting month-end close by preparing reconciliations, supporting schedules, and other accounting documentation.
• Reviewing employee expense reports and corporate card transactions for coding accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance.
• Maintaining organized accounting records and supporting documentation for audits and internal reporting.
• Supporting annual 1099 preparation and vendor maintenance.
• Providing timely, professional, and courteous support to employees, vendors, hosts, residents, and program staff regarding routine accounting questions, payment-related inquiries, and vendor onboarding.
• Participating in process improvement initiatives and contribute ideas to improve efficiency within assigned responsibilities.
• Performing other accounting, administrative, and operational duties as assigned in support of Finance Department objectives.

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental, and mental health benefits
• 15 days paid time off (PTO) per year that increases with continued employment
• Additional benefits for former Hillel and BBYO employees through the Talent Alliance
• 5 Personal WellBeing Days
• Office closures
• Up to 7 floating holidays for Jewish and US holidays
• 100% match on the first 3% of 401(k) contributions, plus an additional 50% matching on the 4th%
• 401(k) matching available immediately without a wait period
• Flexible Spending Account options
• Paid Parental Leave
• $750 USD annual professional development fund
• Jewish Learning Collaborative: One-on-one Jewish learning with an approved educator of your choice
• Local and in-house professional learning opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement through career pathing planning

What This Job Offers

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