Chicago, Illinois
Staff Accountant Job Opening in Chicago, Illinois - Position Purpose:
The position of Staff Accountant is a vital role in this small Accounting department. The Accountant is primarily responsible for daily revenue posting and reconciliation, bank reconciliations, accounts receivable and sales and use tax returns and filings. This role also serves as an auditor, ensuring that revenue recorded is accurate and that proper accounting procedures are followed to account for the receipt of payment for goods and services completed by the organization.
Essential Tasks and Responsibilities
Prepares and imports journal entries relating to daily cash activity, accounts receivable, commissions and sales tax
Invoices various third-party transactions
Prepares account reconciliations
Prepares bank reconciliations
Monitors and manages accounts receivable aging
Competency with financial management, ethical conduct and thoroughness
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience with Great Plains accounting software is a plus
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Proactive and effective in order to gather and summarize data for reports, for solving various accounting-related problems, and to prioritize work
Ability to deliver effective results and meet tight deadlines and targets
High level of interpersonal and communication skills to handle varying interactions
Ability to operate in a fast-paced and changing environment
Competency with financial management, ethical conduct and thoroughness
Position Information
Degree in Accounting required
2-4 years of experience preferred
Great Plains experience is preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Job Location:
Chicago, IL
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Accounting: 1 year
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