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Staff Accountant

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Inspired-Thinking-Group-
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-31
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Accounting Manager, Financial Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 75000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Staff Accountantor  Accounting Analyst plays a critical role inmaintainingaccuratefinancial records, supporting month-end close, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards within a fast-pacedtech-enabledmarketingagency. This position contributes to expense tracking, job/project accounting, financial reporting,tax compliance,and process improvement. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting skills and understands the unique financial workflows of an agency; project-based billing, WIP, pass-through costs, time tracking, and client-based revenue cycles.

Key Responsibilities:

General Accounting & Month-End Close
  • Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process to ensureaccurateandtimelyfinancial reporting.
  • Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analyses.
  • Fixed assets management, including assets proposal, disposal and assets roll forward reporting
  • Responsibleforbankmatching and reconciliation
  • Maintain the general ledger and ensure consistent application of GAAP and internal accounting policies.
Accounts Payable
  • Process vendor invoices, match POs,reconcilevendor payment,and ensure proper coding to jobs and cost centers.
  • Support the Employee and Credit Card workflow and reimbursementreview and approvalprocess.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Prepare financial schedules, supporting documentation, and management reportsas needed
  • Provide data and insights during audits and internal reviews.
Compliance & Process Improvement
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and industry standards.
  • Support audit preparation andparticipatein externalfinancialsauditsand taxauditsasrequired.
  • Maintain Sales and Use and other tax registrations and monitor correspondenceson a regular basis
  • 2+years oftax and/or accounting related experience.
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and general accounting practices.
  • Experience with project-based accounting, WIP, and client billing.
  • Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas).
  • Experience with accounting or ERP systems (Net Suite,Workamajig,Deltek, Intacct, or similar).
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field strongly preferred.
  • CPA track or certification preferred.
  • Familiarity with time-tracking and project management systems preferred.
  • Unlimited PTO after 90-days of employment
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision
  • 401k with employer matching (after 1 year of service)
  • Referral bonus for bringing great talent to the organization
  • A savings discount plan on entertainment, hotel stays, travel, shopping, and more!

In accordance with applicable pay-transparency laws, the compensation range for this role reflects a good-faith estimate based on factors including internal equity, relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, and market data. Final compensation will be determined at the time of offer. Range: $75,000-$80,000- USD annually.

We Value Diversity

We champion and welcome diversity in our workforce and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.

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