Staff Accountant

Smart Care Equipment Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Care in Chicago is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 2–5 years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and excellent Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or Dynamics) preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records as needed.
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Prepare sales tax, payroll, and other regulatory filings as required.
• Support the accounting team with special projects and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial documentation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Deadline management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification or progress toward CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Sage

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Job SummaryWe are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end and year-end close, and supporting financial reporting. The ideal candidate is analytical, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesPrepare and post journal entries.Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records as needed.Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation.Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.Prepare sales tax, payroll, and other regulatory filings as required.Support the accounting team with special projects and process improvements.Maintain accurate and organized financial documentation.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.2–5 years of accounting experience preferred.Strong understanding of GAAP.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.Experience with accounting software (such as QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics) preferred.Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to manage deadlines and maintain confidentiality.CPA certification or progress toward CPA is a plus.About Smart CareSmart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care’s application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail].