Staff Accountant

East Lake Management Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

East Lake Management Group in Chicago, IL seeks a Staff Accountant to support financial reporting and monthly close. The role reports to the Accounting Manager and handles general ledger tasks, journal entries, and bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial statements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years of accounting experience, with proficiency in YARDI or similar software and familiarity with Lawson.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or related field.
• Proficiency in using accounting software such as YARDI or similar platforms.
• Working knowledge of Lawson.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial recordkeeping.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting tasks, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for management review.
• Prepare bank reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of audit schedules during the audit process.
• Familiarity with intercompany transactions a plus.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

General ledger

Journal entries

Bank reconciliations

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

YARDI

Lawson

Job description

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Staff Accountant

Full Time Chicago, IL, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1130

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this key position focuses on supporting the financial reporting and close processes, including general ledger and bank reconciliations. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting monthly close, journal entry preparation, and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

• Perform general ledger accounting tasks, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Prepare financial statements and reports for management review
• Prepare bank reconciliations
• Assist in the preparation of audit schedules during the audit process
• Familiarity with intercompany transactions a plus
• Other duties as assigned

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or related field
• Proficiency in using accounting software such as YARDI or similar platforms
• Working knowledge of Lawson
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial recordkeeping
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills