Staff Accountant: GL & Financial Analysis

AEG; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AEG, based in Chicago, IL, seeks a Staff Accountant to support the full cycle of accounting operations, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with standards and internal controls. You will own the general ledger, post journal entries, help with month-end close, perform reconciliations, and assist with accounts payable as needed.

Strong Excel skills and experience with JD Edwards are essential. The role offers a competitive salary in the $60k–$65k range, a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience with GL and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with accounts payable processes and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ownership of the general ledger, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and appropriate accounting treatment across assigned business segments.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries; analyze financial results and support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations; investigate variances, determine root causes, and implement appropriate resolutions.
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports, schedules, and variance explanations for internal stakeholders.
• Evaluate transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with company policy and accounting standards.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing financial data, trend analysis, and insights.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and recommend process improvements to strengthen financial accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide backup support and coverage for accounts payable functions, including reviewing vendor invoices for accuracy, coding, and proper approvals.

Skills

General ledger

Financial reporting

JD Edwards

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

JD Edwards

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AEG, based in Chicago, IL, seeks a Staff Accountant to support the full cycle of accounting operations, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with standards and internal controls. You will own the general ledger, post journal entries, help with month-end close, perform reconciliations, and assist with accounts payable as needed.

Strong Excel skills and experience with JD Edwards are essential. The role offers a competitive salary in the $60k–$65k range, a comprehensive benefits