Staff Accountant – Budgeting & Reporting

The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Associate Manager 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 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;
  Other duties as assigned. Required Education and/or

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 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 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.