We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract position based in Illinois. This role is well suited for an accounting specialist with at least 3 years of experience who can manage financial records accurately, assist with tax-related activities, and contribute to timely month-end reporting. The ideal candidate brings hands-on knowledge of corporate and sales tax processes, strong general ledger experience, and the ability to work across systems such as SAP and Great Plains.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records and support daily accounting activity.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure transactions are properly recorded.<br>• Assist with month-end close by compiling supporting schedules, reviewing balances, and helping deliver timely financial results.<br>• Support corporate tax and sales tax work, including gathering documentation and contributing to return preparation activities.<br>• Process and review accounts payable transactions to confirm accuracy, completeness, and alignment with internal controls.<br>• Use accounting platforms such as SAP and Microsoft Great Plains to manage financial data and produce required reporting.<br>• Run and analyze SQL queries to extract financial information and support account reviews or audit requests.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and improve the consistency of financial processes.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is up to $75,000- $80,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job description </strong></p><p>The <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> will be an integral part of the team that offers a wide variety of experiences and plenty of opportunities for professional growth and exposure to upper management. The Staff Accountant’s primary responsibilities will be month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, financial statement preparation, and financial reporting. Also, working under the direction of the Asst Controller, the Staff Accountant will support the preparation of agency documents for pooling purposes.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Responsible for the preparation of timely and accurate monthly financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Responsible for preparation and timely input of daily journal entries</li><li>Perform month-end close duties including assigned balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with third-party audit requests, preparation of year-end audit schedules, and footnote preparation</li><li>Assist in documentation of policies and procedures while identifying and driving improvement opportunities. Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction to accomplish objectives</li><li>Ability to meet communicated schedules and deadlines</li><li>Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem-solving, and results</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join Us on Our Journey</strong></p><p>We are currently looking for <strong>a Staff Accountant Originations and REO </strong>to join our team.</p><p>Reporting to the Controller, Originations, this position is responsible for a wide range of accounting activities, including managing financial transactions and ensuring accurate financial reporting that follows regulations. This role assists with month-end accounting close processes, including processing accounts payable.</p><p>This position is responsible for calculating and verifying Yield Spread Premiums (YSP) and broker referral payments. Additionally, this role reconciles bank accounts and balance sheets, and partners with third parties for audit requests.</p><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000-$105,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Staff Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Summary </strong> </p><p><em> </em>The Staff Accountant is a key member of a group of talented Accounting and Tax professionals. This position supports daily accounting operations, including the analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, review of financial statements, and various firm-wide business initiatives and projects. The Staff Accountant has the opportunity to assist with various firm-wide business initiatives and projects. As a member of a team that is extremely focused on process improvement, this position also has the opportunity to help eliminate inefficiencies and identify solutions to maximize results. This role works collaboratively with professionals outside of the Accounting team, including Real Estate Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology and various others.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><ul><li>Prepares journal entries on a daily basis.</li><li>Reconciles general ledger account balances on a monthly basis to ensure completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Reviews and analyzes financial statements on a monthly basis. Provides commentary to senior leaders of the Accounting team.</li><li>Assists with the year-end financial statement audit and other audits, as required.</li><li>Assists with accounting operations for international entities in Mexico, Puerto Rico, South Korea, and Brazil.</li><li>Assist with daily treasury activities.</li><li>Works collaboratively with a talented group of Accounting professionals, including senior leaders of the Accounting department. Also has exposure to professionals outside of the Accounting department, including Real Estate Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology and various others.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $145,000 - $150,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage corporate month end close procedures with the global finance team.</li><li>Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of global finance and general ledger reporting structure.</li><li>Assist with quarterly and annual external reporting requirements</li><li>Support implementation of new accounting standards and maintain accounting policies</li><li>Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual external reporting requirements.</li><li>Assist with implementing new accounting standards and documentation of accounting policies.</li><li>Lead the process of communicating with the external audit team.</li><li>Lead and mentor a team of accounting staff</li><li>Participate in cross-functional initiatives and process improvement efforts</li><li>Assists finance managers regarding financial results and special reporting.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary for this position is up to $75,000-$80,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Description </strong></p><p>This is a full-time role for a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, expense allocation, account analysis and reconciliation. The Staff Accountant will also provide support during the external audit process, monthly financial close, completion of government surveys, and various other tasks. This role requires the individual to be in the office Mon. – Thur. and work from home Fri., with location at Rosemont, IL. </p>
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing team in Chicago, Illinois in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports core accounting operations by handling day-to-day financial activity, maintaining accurate records, and helping improve consistency across newly centralized workstreams. The ideal candidate is analytical, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where priorities may shift as the team continues to build efficient processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily accounting activities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue tracking, and balance sheet support to keep financial records current and accurate.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile assigned accounts, and resolve outstanding discrepancies through detailed research and follow-up.<br>• Review check requests and supporting documentation to ensure transactions are complete, properly coded, and aligned with internal accounting standards.<br>• Record revenue for transactions initiated by partner teams, confirming that recognition is timely and consistent with established guidelines.<br>• Maintain aging schedules for receivables and assist with account cleanup efforts to strengthen reporting accuracy and collection visibility.<br>• Assemble documentation and summary packages for proposed write-offs, ensuring each item is supported and ready for review.<br>• Contribute to month-end and periodic close activities by organizing data, validating balances, and supporting financial reporting needs.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline repetitive tasks and help develop more standardized workflows as responsibilities continue to move into the team.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000-$75000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About The Role</strong></p><p>As a Staff Accountant you will be an essential member of the accounting and finance team. This position requires someone with meticulous attention to detail, the highest ethical standards, and the ability to clearly communicate complex financial information to individuals across various departments. This role requires a solid foundation in U.S. GAAP and a passion for financial operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have the ability to thrive in an environment of rapid change, work effectively within cross-functional teams, be highly resourceful and deliver under tight deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>• Provide oversight to the accounting and finance operations to ensure that processes are in place to support the day to day running of the business</p><p>• Performs the monthly quarterly and yearly close of the financial statements using NetSuite. This includes making the relevant accounting adjustments and analysis for the close.</p><p>• Manage the banking system in-terms of making the relevant invoice payments and control over the daily movements of the cash operations</p><p>• Ensure relevant internal controls are in place for the accounting and finance operations</p><p>• Identify process improvements and assist in the implementation of relevant process change, policies and procedures; to enhance the existing control environment</p><p>• Have a strong understanding of internal control environment relevant for a financial institution.</p><p>• Have a strong understanding of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP) and research accounting issues to ensure that the accounts are in compliance with the accounting standards.</p><p>• Review the work and supervise the staff accountants to ensure that the accounting team is able produce accurate financial statements and relevant analysis on a timely basis.</p><p>• Assist in the audit process including, coordinating with the external auditors in-terms of queries arising during the audit process, preparing the relevant analysis for audit support and being the contact person during the audit fieldwork.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000-$85,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p>In this role, you will be a key resource on the finance team through contributions to the general ledger closing process, leading transactional processes and participating in improvement projects .</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of global finance and general ledger reporting structure.</li><li>Perform as a key resource in the month end close process.</li><li>Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations.</li><li>Lead certain ongoing processes including vendor management.</li><li>Support administration of corporate card program and expense reporting software and related company policies.</li><li>Assist with the external financial statement audit.</li><li>Participate in process improvement projects within the finance team.</li><li>Reports to Senior Corporate Accountant, Assisting the Accounting Director, Tax Director, and other finance managers with cross-functional and compliance-based projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a mission-driven organization in Chicago, Illinois in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations for a behavioral health and social services environment and is best suited for someone who enjoys hands-on financial work, accuracy, and consistency. The role is fully onsite five days a week and offers the opportunity to contribute to an organization focused on improving outcomes for individuals, families, and communities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily accounting activity across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and general ledger support to keep financial records current and reliable.<br>• Administer the full accounts payable process by assigning codes, entering invoices, preparing payments, and issuing checks on schedule.<br>• Record incoming funds, post deposits accurately, and match receivable activity to bank records to maintain clean account balances.<br>• Complete regular bank reconciliations, review financial transactions, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close tasks to support accurate financial reporting.<br>• Maintain organized accounting documentation and follow established internal controls, policies, and compliance standards.<br>• Support audit preparation, financial reporting needs, and grant-related accounting documentation as requested.<br>• Step into a well-structured accounting function and ensure continuity of processes during the transition of responsibilities.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with over time accounting in a manufacturing environment</li><li>Revenue based accounting experience</li><li>Support month, quarter, and year end reporting activities for accurate reporting</li><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Participate in monthly balance sheet reviews working with the business and SSC</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting issues</li><li>Support OneStream reporting</li><li>Ensure integrity and reliability of all financial transactions and that they follow US GAAP and company standards</li><li>Support internal and external audit requests, and participate in efforts to remediate audit and control findings</li><li>Document standard operating procedures and instructions surrounding accounting procedures</li><li>Share best practices in accounting practices with others in the Accounting Center of Excellence and support the Accounting Manager to implement them within the team</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead the team in implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy across the close and reporting processes</li><li>Collaborate with teams to improve accounting operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>Position Overview</u></em></strong></p><p>The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing monthly and quarterly journal entries for gross and ceded underwriting activity for various management programs. This includes reviewing and journalizing activity related to Premiums collected and uncollected, Losses paid and unpaid, and related commission expenses paid and accrued. In addition, the individual will be preparing reinsurance statements and reporting as required. Complete monthly settlement invoices and billing for actual premium and loss activity. Perform account reconciliations, quarterly variance analysis and assist with the completion of Reinsurance schedules within the Annual Statement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Record and journalize underwriting activity for assigned products.</li><li>Process reinsurance activity in accordance with contract terms, including tracking payables and recoverables in the Cash Application System.</li><li>Prepare general ledger account reconciliations accurately and on time.</li><li>Perform balance sheet and income statement variance analysis versus forecast and document key drivers.</li><li>Prepare quarterly underwriting reporting, including loss development schedules and losses by incurred year for assigned programs/products.</li><li>Prepare and reconcile quarterly analytics and support annual reinsurance filings.</li><li>Support system changes by completing required uploads and UAT testing for new product lines.</li></ul><p><br></p>