Staff Accountant

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

Job summary

A leading company in Chicago is seeking a Staff Accountant to maintain financial reports, prepare budgets, and perform general accounting. The role involves collaboration with internal teams and requires strong attention to detail and communication skills. Join a dynamic team that values hard work and offers a comprehensive rewards package including competitive salary, bonuses, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus Program

Retirement Planning

Health and Wellness

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Employee Recognition

Work-Life Balance

Additional Perks

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in a similar position preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bank reconciliations for domestic & foreign accounts.
• Assist with monthly closings and year-end processes.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with financial statement generation.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Elite Enterprise

3E

Job description

Description

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].

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