Analytical Staff Accountant — Month-End Close & GAAP

Smart Care Equipment Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Care in Chicago is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 2–5 years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and excellent Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or Dynamics) preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records as needed.
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Prepare sales tax, payroll, and other regulatory filings as required.
• Support the accounting team with special projects and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial documentation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Deadline management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification or progress toward CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Sage

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Smart Care in Chicago is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 2–5 years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and excellent Excel skills.