Senior Staff Accountant

Talentify; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

A Senior Staff Accountant position in Chicago, IL is offered as a contract with hybrid in-office and remote Fridays after training. The role covers full-cycle accounting including AP, AR, journal entries, and month-end close.

Aston Carter emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and process improvements in a fast-growing tech environment. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of accounting experience, a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and proficiency with QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in standard accounting systems, such as QuickBooks.
• Strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and quality of work.
• Exceptional attention to detail and solid organizational abilities.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team while also managing independent tasks.

Responsibilities

• Own or significantly support the full month-end close process.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Complete monthly balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
• Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice review, coding, approvals, vendor reconciliations, and payment runs.
• Support Accounts Receivable, including customer billing, cash application, and account reconciliation.
• Reconcile cash activity across multiple bank accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Calculate variable compensation payments and related accruals.
• Research and resolve accounting variances with internal teams, customers, and vendors.
• Support year-end close and audit-related activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and established accounting standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

About this job

Job Title: Senior Staff Accountant

We are seeking a Senior Staff Accountant with robust accounting experience, including full-cycle Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and month-end close processes. The ideal candidate will confidently manage key accounting responsibilities while also engaging in transactional tasks as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Own or significantly support the full month-end close process.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Complete monthly balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
• Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice review, coding, approvals, vendor reconciliations, and payment runs.
• Support Accounts Receivable, including customer billing, cash application, and account reconciliation.
• Reconcile cash activity across multiple bank accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Calculate variable compensation payments and related accruals.
• Research and resolve accounting variances with internal teams, customers, and vendors.
• Support year-end close and audit-related activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and established accounting standards.
• Minimum of 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in standard accounting systems, such as QuickBooks.
• Strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and quality of work.
• Exceptional attention to detail and solid organizational abilities.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team while also managing independent tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Interest in renewable energy is a plus.
• Ownership mentality and career-driven mindset are highly valued.
• Experience with financial forecasting, general ledger, journal entry, financial statement, and balance sheet.

The work environment is a smaller office with a team of 10+ people, fostering an intimate and family-oriented atmosphere in a fast-growing industry. Work is Monday to Thursday in-office, with remote work on Fridays after the training period. The company promotes a fun and engaging environment with frequent happy hours, lunches, and events. This is a great opportunity for those looking to grow their careers in the technology industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.50 - $35.20/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, for Accountants and Auditors, the occupation this job title matches. It describes the occupation, not this job.

The median wage for Accountants and Auditors in Illinois was 38.57 USD per hour (80,230 USD per year) in May 2025; the middle half earned 31.87–49.17 USD per hour.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025