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Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the organizations accounting and financial processes by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, analyzing financial data, and assisting with monthly close activities. This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with accounting standards while providing meaningful support to management and cross-functional teams. This role supports accounting operations for a portfolio of corporate and government clients and requires attention to compliance, accuracy, and established financial controls. This hybrid role is based out of our Chicago Loop office.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.

Perform monthly and annual account reconciliations.

Assist with the preparation of financial statements and supporting

schedules.

Analyze financial variances and provide explanations to management.

Support the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely

reporting.

Prepare ad hoc reporting for Senior management and Executives

General Accounting

Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy across all accounts.

Monitor and reconcile bank accounts.

Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.

Accounts Payable & Receivable Support

Review vendor invoices for accuracy, coding, and proper approvals.

Process vendor payments and maintain vendor records.

Support A/R cycle, including preparing invoices and cash

application.

Audit & Compliance

Assist with internal and external audit requests.

Maintain organized documentation and support schedules.

Help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal

controls.

Systems & Process Improvement

Utilize accounting and financial systems to perform daily tasks

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and

workflow.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in accounting or business experience preferred

3+ years of accounting experience required

Required Skills and Capabilities:

Highly skilled in analyzing financial and numeric data

Strong analytic skills and attention to detail

Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles and practices

Intermediate Excel skills (e.g. pivot table, vlookup, index, sumif)

Proficiency in accounting system software (Sage Intacct experience

is a plus)

Proficiency with month-end close process including account

reconciliations and financial reporting

Strong time management and organizational skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent work ethic with the ability to work under pressure and

adherence to deadlines

Team player

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.

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