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Staff Accountant

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Beyond Finance
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-14
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 75000 USD Yearly USD 65000.00 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

At Beyond Finance, we've made it our mission to help everyday Americans escape the endless cycle of crippling debt and step into a brighter financial future. Through compassionate, individualized care, a culture focused on compliance and ethics, supportive user-centric technology, and customized financial solutions, we've helped over 1 million clients on their path to a brighter future. We are seeking new collaborators to help us reach the next level.

If you're looking to join a forward-thinking, rapidly growing organization with helping people as its number one goal, we want to hear from you.

About

The Role

The Staff Accountant is responsible for managing the company’s accounts payable functions as well as providing general accounting support. This hybrid role ensures accurate and timely processing of invoices and accounting transactions while supporting monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting. This position requires meticulous attention to detail, the highest ethical standards, and the ability to clearly communicate financial information to individuals across various departments.

The role requires a solid foundation in U.S. GAAP and a passion for financial operational excellence. The ideal candidate will thrive in an environment of rapid change; work effectively within cross-functional teams; be highly resourceful and deliver under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities
  • Process, verify, and reconcile invoices and initiate vendor payments (150-200/week).
  • Prepare and process payments list (checks, ACH and wire transfers) to vendors.
  • Maintain organized and accurate records of all accounts payable transactions, including invoices, receipts and payment documentation.
  • Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies and follow up with vendors to resolve any outstanding issues.
  • Record, reconcile and monitor corporate credit card transactions and assist in managing the corporate credit card program.
  • Collaborate closely with the compliance team on vendor management to ensure all vendors adhere to the established vendor onboarding requirements and compliance standards.
  • Audit employee expense reports including verification to company policies and validating supporting documentation.
  • Record cash transactions in the general ledger.
  • Monthly bank reconciliations to identify discrepancies and resolutions.
  • Record journal entries for assigned areas.
  • Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close.
  • Perform regular analysis and reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
  • Facilitate strong working relationships with other teams to ensure accurate and timely accounting.
  • Coordinate with outside auditors and provide the necessary information for annual external audit.
  • Monitor compliance with accounting controls and policies.
  • Support the department with special projects and process improvements.
  • Assume other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s (B.A. / B.S.) in accounting, finance, or other related discipline preferred.
  • 2–5 years’ experience in accounting and finance operations.
  • Strong understanding of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP).
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Intermediate level in Excel.
Salary

The base annual salary range is listed below. This role is eligible for additional incentives, including an annual bonus.

Base Salary Range: $65,000—$75,000 USD

Why Join Us Benefits

While you make a difference for others, we’ll work to make a difference for you, providing an uplifting, collaborative work environment and benefits that reflect your value to us. For eligible full-time employees, we offer:

  • Considerable employer contributions for health, dental, and vision programs
  • Generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Merit advancement opportunities
  • Career development and training

And finally, our team spirit and culture! We cultivate an environment of community, connection, and belonging across our entire organization.

Beyond Finance does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job positions. No fee will be paid to their parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Beyond Finance employees or the Beyond Finance HR team. No placement fee will be paid to any third party unless such a request has been made by the Beyond HR team.

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