Staff Accountant — Growth Focus, Month-End Expert

Beneficial Reuse Management; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

10% bonus opportunity

Benefits including health and dental insurance

Job summary

A growing financial services firm in Chicago is in search of a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records and timely reporting. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, assisting with month-end close processes, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, has 2-4 years of relevant experience, and is proficient in Excel and various accounting software. Competitive salary between $65,000 and $80,000 plus benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2-4+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Support payroll coordination and related accounting entries.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Proficiency in Excel

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite (ERP)

Asana (project management)

Klipfolio (business intelligence)

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

A growing financial services firm in Chicago is in search of a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records and timely reporting. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, assisting with month-end close processes, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, has 2-4 years of relevant experience, and is proficient in Excel and various accounting software. Competitive salary between $65,000 and $80,000 plus benefits offered.