The Key Responsibilities for the Staff Accountant:

• Be a key contributor in assisting with month-end close duties
• Prepare and analyze reconciliations, journal entries, etc.
• Assist with maintaining sub ledger, general ledger, fixed assets, etc.
• Partner with AP and AR to ensure accuracy in bank reconciliations
• Provide accounting support when needed

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• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1+ years of experience in Accounting
• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable experience is a plus!
• Financial Services industry experience preferred
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and Word
• Strong business communication and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail

My client is a leader in the Financial Services industry located in the heart of Downtown Chicago.

They are looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team in a newly created role due to company growth!

As Staff Accountant you will report directly to the Director of Accounting and gain exposure across all Accounting functions. You will be offered training and mentorship opportunities to complete tasks associated with periodic closes such as journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed assets, AP, AR and various financial reporting processes.

If you are looking for a role to get started after graduation or have began your career in Accounting and are looking to gain more exposure - this is the role for you!

• Competitive compensation starting at $70,000 and up commensurate with experience
• Hybrid schedule - 2 days working from home
• Prime location easy to commute to in the heart of Downtown Chicago
• Mentorship from the Director of Accounting with extensive training and development opportunities
• Collaborative team structure - works hand in hand with the entire Accounting Department
• Ample career progression opportunity across Accounting and Finance