Staff Accountant

Geneva Search Partners, LLC; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; 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 leading staffing firm is seeking an entry-level Staff Accountant in Schaumburg, Illinois. This position offers a clear path to promotion within the first two years and emphasizes collaboration and professional growth. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a strong command of Excel. Join a vibrant team known for innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of accounting experience, including internships.
• Strong Excel skills and a love for clean data and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy across all financial reporting.
• Prepare and distribute financial statements.
• Own components of the monthly close process.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Data analysis

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

Base pay range

$58,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

• Annual Bonus

Ready to launch your accounting career with a company that invests in your growth from day one? Join a Fortune 500 powerhouse with a vibrant, collaborative culture, where your contributions are valued, your development is prioritized, and your future is mapped out—with a clear path to promotion within your first year.

We’re looking for a sharp, motivated Staff Accountant to join our client\'s dynamic team. You’ll work side-by-side with department leaders, gain exposure to high-impact financial reporting, and play a key role in monthly close processes. This isn’t just a stepping stone—it’s your runway to becoming an Accounting Manager.

What You’ll Love:

• Fast-Track Promotion: High performers are promoted to Accounting Manager within 24 months
• Equity Opportunity: Stock options awarded upon promotion to manager
• Fortune 500 Culture: Join a company known for innovation, excellence, and integrity
• Upward Mobility: Clear career path, mentorship, and leadership development
• Fun, Young, Dynamic Team: We work hard, laugh often, and celebrate wins together

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with department heads to ensure accuracy across all financial reporting
• Assist in preparing and distributing timely, polished financial statements
• Own key components of the monthly close process, including supporting schedules and reconciliations

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• 0–2 years of accounting experience (internships count!)
• Strong Excel skills and a love for clean data and smart analysis
• A proactive mindset, curiosity, and a drive to grow

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Manufacturing

Inferred from the description for this job

Inferred benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance
• Tutition assistance