Project Accounting Assistant — Growth & Stock Purchase

Medium; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus program

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Chicago is seeking a proactive Project Accounting Assistant to join their Corporate Accounting team. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and organized, handling essential financial processes like accounts payable and cash receipts. This position requires an Associate's Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience. The firm offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring a supportive work culture focused on professional development.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or obtained an Associate’s Degree in a relevant field.
• 1-3 years of applicable work experience is preferred.
• Advanced computer skills to learn accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices.
• Process employee expense reports.
• Daily processing of cash receipts.
• Assist with internal reporting of travel expenses.
• Set up vendors for ACH payments.
• Utilize accounting software for reporting.
• Perform special projects as needed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business Management, or Finance

Tools

Accounting/project management software

Job description

A leading consulting firm in Chicago is seeking a proactive Project Accounting Assistant to join their Corporate Accounting team. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and organized, handling essential financial processes like accounts payable and cash receipts. This position requires an Associate's Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience. The firm offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring a supportive work culture focused on professional development.