Financial Analyst -W2 only

Myticas Consulting; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm based in Chicago is seeking a Financial Analyst for a hybrid contract position. This role involves handling general accounting activities, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and FAM standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with accounting software such as Power BI and ERP systems. Both CPA certification and previous audit experience are pluses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and FAM guidelines.
• Knowledge of SOX/COSO compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting activities including preparation and reconciliation of statements.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and address discrepancies.
• Assist with compliance functions supporting the Bank’s SOX/COSO function.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software

Job description

Myticas's direct client, based in Chicago, IL is currently seeking a Financial Analyst for a Hybrid contract position.

NOTE: Open for W2 candidates only!

The Finance Department has an immediate opening for a temporary Accountant on the Corporate Accounting and Compliance team. Working with a small team of Accountants, you will support general accounting, capital and compliance related tasks at the Chicago office. You will be responsible for daily accounting activities, researching solutions for proper accounting treatment, with a goal of ensuring accuracy and timeliness of the execution of your operational tasks. You will report to the Accounting Manager within the Corporate Accounting and Compliance Team.

Required Skills, Education, Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required with relevant work experience
• CPA, a plus
• Big Four, audit or SOX/COSO compliance experience, a plus
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or other accounting software, a plus

Other Required Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply Financial Accounting Manual (FAM) guidelines and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Analytical and problem-solving ability appropriate for subjects and issues of moderate complexity
• Acute attention to detail with a high degree of data accuracy and integrity
• Strong oral and written communication, ability to work on required information and concepts with people at all levels of the organization
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with people at all levels of the organization
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with several other software applications as needed for the role
• Power BI & Tableau, a plus
• Strong time management skills, ability to organize your time appropriately

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting activities including the preparation, maintenance, reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc journal entries and general accounting tasks. Help identify and address discrepancies and irregularities and implement solutions as appropriate.
• Perform a variety of routine and moderately complex review functions, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) standards, Financial Accounting Manual (FAM), Federal Reserve policies, and best practices.
• Assist with compliance functions including supporting the Bank’s SOX/COSO function.
• Participate in daily assignments, partner with other departments and Districts to ensure shared transactions/processes are completed accurately and timely, communicate effectively with all partners to ensure transactional integrity and issue resolution.
• Prepare, review, and analyze accounting records, and other financial reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.