Staff Accountant

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

401(k)

Pre-Tax Commuter Account

Merit Scholarship Program

Employee Discount Program

Tuition Assistance

First Professional Licensure Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Chicago team. The role focuses on month-end close, journal entries, and GL responsibilities including fixed assets, leases, and intercompany processing.

We require a BS/MS in Accounting with 0–3 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate across functions. Workday experience is a plus; we offer comprehensive benefits and a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Accounting.
• 0–3 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, communication, and business judgment.
• Able to collaborate across functional areas.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Workday experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end journal entries and reconciliations.
• Drive timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closes.
• Own parts of GL areas such as fixed assets, leases, and intercompany.
• Prepare workpapers and analyses for GAAP and tax audits.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects.
• Perform other general accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Collaboration across functions

CPA candidacy desirable

Education

BS or MS in Accounting

Tools

Workday

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is a worldwide leader in professional services for the electric power industry. Our distinctive capabilities provide domestic and international clients and partners with a thoroughly reliable source of comprehensive expertise. Sargent & Lundy offers challenge, flexibility, competitive salaries, and benefits.

We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant.

Essential duties and responsibilities for the Staff Accountant include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare month-end journal entries and reconciliations.
• Drive accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closes.
• Own parts of complex areas of the general ledger such as fixed assets, leases, and intercompany processing.
• Prepare high‑quality workpapers and analyses that support financial statements, GAAP and Tax audits.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects.
• Perform other general accounting duties as assigned.

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with the expectation of 3 days in our downtown Chicago, IL office and 2 days working remotely from home.

Qualifications

Essential skills and experience:

• BS or MS in Accounting
• CPA candidacy desirable but not required
• 0-3 years of progressive accounting experience
• Detail‑oriented and strong analytical skills
• Strong problem‑solving abilities, communication skills, and sound business judgment
• Ability to work collaboratively across functional areas
• Advanced skills in Excel
• Workday experience a plus

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well‑being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work‑life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award‑winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$52,350.00 - $81,080.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.