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Staff Accountant

Job in Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois, 60065, USA
Listing for: Jobot
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-12
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Tax Accountant, Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Tax Accountant, Accounting Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 - 93000 USD Yearly USD 75000.00 93000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Job details:
Publicly Traded, Global Company, Financial Services. This Jobot Job is hosted by:
Dylan Currier. Salary: $75,000 - $93,000 per year. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.

About us

We are a trusted financial services firm serving some of the largest businesses globally. As a publicly traded organization with multiple legal entities, we operate in a highly regulated and fast-paced environment that values accuracy, integrity, and collaboration.

Why join us
  • Opportunity to work within a globally trusted financial services organization
  • Exposure to public company accounting and multi-entity structures
  • Hands-on experience with month-end close, audits, and compliance
  • Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Job Details

The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations and play a key role in the monthly close and financial reporting processes. This position is ideal for an accounting professional with experience in a publicly traded company who is looking to further develop technical accounting skills within a complex, multi-entity organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and post journal entries as part of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
  • Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Assist with financial statement preparation in accordance with U.S. GAAP
  • Support accounting activities across multiple legal entities, including intercompany transactions
  • Assist with SOX compliance and internal control documentation and testing
  • Provide support for internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules
  • Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including FP&A, tax, and operations
  • Assist with process improvements and documentation of accounting procedures
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
  • 2–4 years of accounting experience
  • Experience working in a publicly traded company strongly preferred
  • Exposure to multi-entity or consolidated environments preferred
  • Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Net Suite, Oracle, SAP, or similar)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Preferred Skills & Attributes
  • Progress toward CPA certification or CPA-eligible preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Willingness to learn and grow within a complex accounting environment

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