Staff Accountant

Beneficial Reuse Management; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

10% bonus opportunity

Benefits including health and dental insurance

Job summary

A growing financial services firm in Chicago is in search of a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records and timely reporting. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, assisting with month-end close processes, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, has 2-4 years of relevant experience, and is proficient in Excel and various accounting software. Competitive salary between $65,000 and $80,000 plus benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2-4+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Support payroll coordination and related accounting entries.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite (ERP)

Asana (project management)

Klipfolio (business intelligence)

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant will support the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, ensuring accurate financial records and timely reporting. This role will assist with general ledger activity, reconciliations, and month-end close, while partnering closely with the Financial Controller to support financial processes across multiple business units. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow within a dynamic and expanding organization.

This role requires the ability to work independently in a distributed environment while supporting employees across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Support payroll coordination and related accounting entries

Month-End Close & Reporting

• Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare account reconciliations, including bank, inventory, and balance sheet accounts
• Help compile financial reports and supporting schedules
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned close tasks

Compliance & Audit Support

• Maintain organized documentation for audits and financial reviews
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies
• Assist with the implementation of new systems or process improvements
• Support standardization of accounting practices across business units and locations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 2-4+ years of accounting experience preferred
• Experience in manufacturing, agriculture, or industrial environments is a plus
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting software or ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Self-motivated with the ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently
• Skilled at prioritizing and executing tasks across multiple projects
• Collaborative and experienced in cross-functional, team-oriented environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) required
• Experience with NetSuite (ERP), Asana (project management), and Klipfolio (business intelligence/dashboards) preferred
• In-office presence required
• Some intermittent travel to various manufacturing and processing facilities may be required
• Must be able to use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company policy and safety regulations

What We Offer - Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience. $65,000 - $80,000
• 10% bonus opportunity
• Benefits package including health, dental, life, disability, and vision insurance offered