Staff Accountant
Full job description
We are seeking an organized, proactive, and adaptable individual with strong communication skills to join our team. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced, evolving environment, with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and solve problems independently. A commitment to continuous improvement and the ability to quickly adapt to new processes is key. If you're looking for a supportive, fun, and positive culture, you'll thrive with us!
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with coordination of outsourced accounting tasks: answering questions, researching and addressing escalated issues
- Support month end close: initial review of GL detail, monthly balance sheet reconciliations, assist with internal reports and calculations
- Analyze and record recurring receivables in accordance with contract terms, ensuring alignment with related billable expenses
- Review system calculations for commissions receivable and payable based on data inputs, communicating with users and resolving issues
- Research and resolve vendor account discrepancies and billing issues, including reconciliation of large and complex accounts; respond to vendor inquiries.
- Track corporate credit card expense submissions, ensure proper categorization, and assist with reconciliation issues
- Assist with yearly 1099 preparation and review
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
- 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the real estate industry
- Strong knowledge of best practices, double-entry bookkeeping, and basic accounting principles
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to handle high volumes of communication and tasks
- Proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets; comfortable using automation tools and working within databases
- Strong communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
This role requires a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a flexible, fast-moving environment and is eager to contribute to team success. If growth and learning are key goals for you, you'll find plenty of room for personal and professional development here.
Monday through Friday 9am-5pm cst
Salary range: 70K-75K
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60614
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We are seeking an organized, proactive, and adaptable individual with strong communication skills to join our team. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced, evolving environment, with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and solve problems independently. A commitment to continuous improvement and the ability to quickly adapt to new processes is key. If you're looking for a supportive, fun, and positive culture, you'll thrive with us!
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with coordination of outsourced accounting tasks: answering questions, researching and addressing escalated issues
- Support month end close: initial review of GL detail, monthly balance sheet reconciliations, assist with internal reports and calculations
- Analyze and record recurring receivables in accordance with contract terms, ensuring alignment with related billable expenses
- Review system calculations for commissions receivable and payable based on data inputs, communicating with users and resolving issues
- Research and resolve vendor account discrepancies and billing issues, including reconciliation of large and complex accounts; respond to vendor inquiries.
- Track corporate credit card expense submissions, ensure proper categorization, and assist with reconciliation issues
- Assist with yearly 1099 preparation and review
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
- 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the real estate industry
- Strong knowledge of best practices, double-entry bookkeeping, and basic accounting principles
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to handle high volumes of communication and tasks
- Proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets; comfortable using automation tools and working within databases
- Strong communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
This role requires a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a flexible, fast-moving environment and is eager to contribute to team success. If growth and learning are key goals for you, you'll find plenty of room for personal and professional development here.
Monday through Friday 9am-5pm cst
Salary range: 70K-75K
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60614