Accountant

WV Talent Collective; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WV Talent Collective is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting, monthly closes, and financial reporting. The role reports to the CFO and emphasizes internal controls and process improvements while working with leadership across departments.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience, strong organization, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial healthcare tech startup. Collaboration with finance and operations is essential for scalable growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and fundamentals.
• Experience with general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close.
• Proficiency with Excel and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with cloud-based accounting systems (NetSuite/QuickBooks Online).
• Experience supporting audits, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries including accruals, prepaid expenses, and recurring entries.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for all accounting transactions.
• Manage accounts payable activities including invoice processing, coding, and vendor management.
• Assist with cash tracking and short-term cash flow reporting.
• Prepare monthly financial statements: income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Prepare account reconciliations, variance analyses, and supporting financial schedules.
• Provide accurate financial information to the CFO for business decisions.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Support annual audits, tax filings, and other external reporting.
• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation.
• Support CFO with ad hoc analyses, reporting, and special projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Our client, a dynamic startup organization in the healthcare tech world, is looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join their team. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Staff Accountant will support the company's day-to-day accounting operations, monthly and annual close processes, financial reporting, and internal controls.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and wants to contribute to the development of accounting processes and procedures as the company scales. The ideal candidate is hands-on, organized, and comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with company leadership and other departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and recurring entries.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain supporting schedules and ensure appropriate documentation for all accounting transactions.
• Manage accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, expense coding, payment preparation, and vendor management.
• Assist with cash tracking and short-term cash flow reporting.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements, including the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.
• Prepare account reconciliations, variance analyses, and supporting financial schedules.
• Provide accurate and timely financial information to the CFO to support business decisions.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Support annual audits, tax filings, and other external reporting requirements.
• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation.
• Support the CFO with ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Proficiency with Excel and familiarity with accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic, evolving environment.
• Familiarity with cloud-based accounting systems such as QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Experience supporting audits, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Interest in helping establish and improve accounting processes as the business scales.