Staff Accountant

Vedder Price; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vedder Price is seeking a Staff Accountant for their Chicago office. The role involves maintaining financial reports, preparing budgets, and performing general accounting tasks. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and have 1-2 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Discretionary annual bonus program

401(k) matching

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

Paid Time Off including vacation and personal days

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting required.
• 1-2 years experience in a similar position preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for domestic and foreign accounts.
• Assist with monthly closings and year-end processes.
• Prepare and enter journal entries weekly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Elite Enterprise

3E

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Vedder Price's Chicago office is seeking a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant will maintain financial reports, records and general ledgers; prepare and analyze budgets; and perform general accounting including the preparation of necessary journal entries and bank account reconciliations.

As the Staff Accountant, your duties will include but not be limited to:

• Prepare bank reconciliation monthly of domestic & foreign accounts. This includes follow up on reconciling items as needed to ensure reconciliations are clean
• Assist Senior Accountant and Senior Analyst with monthly closings and year-end processes, including report generation and analysis.
• Prepare and enter journal entries weekly to facilitate financial statement generation
• Assist with the preparation and analysis of the monthly financial statement package and other monthly reports generated from the finance team for distribution to the intended recipients
• Assist with various processes throughout the month related to financial reporting. This will include the maintenance of excel spreadsheets
• Assist with the required monthly/quarterly/annual tax filings. This includes multi-state sales and use tax filings
• Assist with the preparation of audit workpapers
• Collaborate with internal accounting teams & leadership to resolve financial discrepancies
• Perform special projects as assigned
• Perform and evaluate 3E testing on a monthly basis
  
  

Skills & Competencies:

• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently, solve problems and seek out mentorship
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Customer service orientation
• Effective team member
  
  

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting required
• One to two years in a similar position for a law firm or professional services firm preferred
• Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
  
  

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the following software:

• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Familiarity or previous experience with Elite Enterprise and/or 3E is a plus
  
  

Compensation Range: 50,000/yr. to $75,000/yr.

At Vedder Price, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees' contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
• Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.
  
  

Join Vedder Price and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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