Staff Accountant

IFG US; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IFG US is partnering with a growing organization seeking an Accountant to support daily accounting operations and financial processes. This role will handle accounts payable, month-end activities, reconciliations, vendor documentation, and project-related accounting functions.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Associate’s degree with relevant accounting experience will be considered.
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with Accounts Payable, Journal entries, Month-end close, and reconciliations.
• Construction/real estate/project-based accounting experience is a plus.
• Experience with Sage or similar accounting software preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Prepare month-end journal entries and assist with close.
• Perform bank, credit card, and GL reconciliations.
• Review and process employee expense reimbursements.
• Manage Field Change Orders (FCOs) and maintain accuracy.
• Maintain vendor records and COIs are current.
• Assist with project-related accounting activities and reporting.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Assist with process improvements and accounting system initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Work independently

Cross-department collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Associate's degree with accounting experience

Tools

Sage or similar accounting software

Job description

IFG US is partnering with a growing organization seeking an Accountant to support daily accounting operations and financial processes.

This role will be responsible for accounts payable, month-end accounting activities, reconciliations, vendor documentation, and supporting project-related accounting functions.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices and ensure accurate and timely payments.
• Prepare month-end journal entries and assist with the monthly close process.
• Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Review and process employee expense reimbursements.
• Manage and track Field Change Orders (FCOs), including documentation, approvals, and accounting accuracy.
• Maintain vendor records and ensure required insurance Certificates of Insurance (COIs) are current.
• Assist with project-related accounting activities and reporting.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and support audit requests.
• Assist with process improvements and accounting system initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Associate's degree with relevant accounting experience will be considered.
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with Accounts Payable
• Experience with Journal entries
• Experience with Month-end close
• Experience with Account reconciliations
• Construction, remodeling, real estate, or project-based accounting experience is a plus.
• Experience with Sage or similar accounting software preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with contractors, vendors, or project teams.
• Familiarity with ERP/accounting system upgrades or implementations.