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Staff Accountant

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Preferred Risk Insurance
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-18
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 - 27 USD Hourly USD 18.00 27.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Preferred Risk Insurance Services is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. This role supports key accounting functions including accounts payable, monthly commission processing, account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close activities, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable
  • Review, code, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
  • Maintain the centralized Accounts Payable email inbox.
  • Maintain payables within the Airbase Expense & Spend Platform, including invoice processing, payment workflow management, vendor maintenance, and resolution of outstanding items.
  • Prepare and distribute vendor payments.
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
  • Maintain organized Accounts Payable records and documentation.
Commission Processing
  • Assist with the monthly agent commission process.
  • Generate, sort, and distribute commission statements.
  • Respond to agent inquiries regarding commission payments and statements.
General Accounting
  • Prepare and enter journal entries.
  • Assist with month-end close and financial reporting activities.
  • Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and related analysis.
  • Maintain and reconcile intercompany receivable and payable accounts.
  • Support Accounts Receivable activity for the in-house Printing Department.
  • Assist with annual 1099 preparation and maintenance.
  • Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses as requested.
  • Support special projects and other accounting duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
  • 1-3 years of accounting, accounts payable, or related experience.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Risk Insurance Services provides a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees to include:
  • Competitive Salaries
  • Commitment to your Training & Development
  • Medical and Dental and Vision Reimbursement
  • Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Telemedicine Benefit
  • 401k with a generous company match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program
  • Fun company sponsored events
  • And so much more!

Estimated Compensation Range: $18/hr.

-$27/hr.*

* Published ranges are estimates. Offered compensation will be based on experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location.

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