Staff Accountant

Leading Real Estate Companies of the World; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A prominent real estate company in Chicago is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join its finance team. The role involves maintaining financial records, managing accounts receivable, and performing reconciliations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a minimum of three years of experience. The position requires strong analytical skills and proficiency in accounting software. This opportunity offers a competitive salary in the range of $70,000 to $80,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of professional accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute month-end close activities, reconciling balance sheet accounts.
• Perform bank reconciliations for both parent and subsidiary entities.
• Maintain and verify the general ledger, ensuring accurate transaction coding.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

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Leading Real Estate Companies of the World provided pay range

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Leading Real Estate Companies of the World

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to join our finance team. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing account reconciliations, managing accounts receivable, and supporting financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls while contributing to the continuous improvement of accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute month-end close activities, including reconciling balance sheet accounts, reviewing general ledger transactions, and posting journal entries
• Perform bank reconciliations for both parent and subsidiary entities
• Maintain and verify the general ledger, ensuring accurate transaction coding
• Review accounts payable transactions and approve outgoing ACH’s and Wires
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports
• Investigate and analyze financial variances, reporting insights to leadership
• Assist with annual budget preparation and financial forecasts
• Generate ad hoc reports for senior leadership and executive teams
• Identify and recommend improvements to accounting processes and procedures
• Assist with external annual audit preparation and respond to auditor inquiries
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards
• Participate in special projects and other financial tasks as assigned

Key Relationships:

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams across departments
• Interfaces with external partners, including auditors and vendors

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years of professional accounting experience

Required Skills and Capabilities:

• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (e.g., PivotTables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIF)
• Effective time management and organizational abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards of accuracy
• Positive team player with a proactive mindset

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Salary Range: $70k-$80k

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

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Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

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