Staff Accountant: SOX, Financial Close & Analytics

Exelon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

EAP program

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Fitness reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Exelon in Chicago is seeking an Accounting Analyst to perform the monthly close, ensure accurate financial reporting, and uphold Sarbanes-Oxley controls. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support forecasting and planning while safeguarding data integrity.

The role emphasizes process improvement, strong analytical skills, and professional integrity as you work with Finance and business partners to deliver timely insights and compliant results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Accounting theory, principles, practices and regulations including GAAP and SOX.

Responsibilities

• Monthly and Quarterly Close - perform and support close with accurate recording and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports and analyses for internal/external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support forecasting, regulatory needs and business decisions.
• Support audits and regulatory processes with data requests and stakeholder interactions.
• Identify and drive process improvements and participate in special projects.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

SOX compliance

Analytical skills

Documentation

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

MBA with Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Exelon in Chicago is seeking an Accounting Analyst to perform the monthly close, ensure accurate financial reporting, and uphold Sarbanes-Oxley controls. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support forecasting and planning while safeguarding data integrity.

The role emphasizes process improvement, strong analytical skills, and professional integrity as you work with Finance and business partners to deliver timely insights and compliant results.