Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Supervisor and supports other department staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Contributes as an integral part of a team that produces financial reporting and budgets for the Firm. Responsible for producing reports quickly while maintaining integrity and accuracy of data;

Develops and maintains Excel spreadsheets to prepare analyses and reports using advanced Excel functions;

Reviews and analyzes general ledger transactions and accounts, uses technical judgment to ensure that financial transactions are properly recorded;

Participates in the firm-wide annual forecasting/budgeting processes;

Performs bank reconciliations and identifies as well as research any reconciling items;

Performs monthly account reviews and variance analyses;

Acts as a financial liaison to multiple departments by understanding and servicing their business needs;

Responsible for the analysis, management and implementation of financial initiatives;

Identifies opportunities for improvement and provide information and recommendations to management;

Helps process charitable contributions for the Sidley Austin Foundation;

Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or

Experience:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; or a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Economics with a Master’s degree in Accounting Preferred:

Financial reporting experience CPA or candidate for CPA certification

Other

Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

Strong organizational skills

Strong attention to detail

Good judgment

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others

Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion

Able to work under pressure

Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities#LI-EC1#LI-Hybrid The target salary range for this role is:$70,000 - $84,000 if located in Illinois.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at  .To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements.

The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidle (current employees should contact Human Resources).Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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