Job Description
Job Title: Senior Staff Accountant
Industry: Business Services
Location: Skokie, IL
Hourly: $35/hr
Schedule: M-F
Overview:
This position assists in managing the company’s working capital and maintaining strong relationships with the operations team. The ideal candidate ensures effective day-to-day execution in a rapidly growing environment while adhering to regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures. The role supports Treasury Operations activities and the month-end close process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Consolidate and report the daily cash position across all client groups and entities.
- Assist in cash forecasts and liquidity management.
- Liaise with finance and accounting staff on cash positions and cash movements.
- Initiate wires, ACH, and bank transfers.
- Prepare working capital analyses and reports for all working capital segments.
- Prepare AR weekly collection reports.
- Collaborate with the project management team on project reconciliation and cost finalizations
- Perform various analyses and reports for internal and external clients.
- Assist with the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Develop and maintain system world writers and queries
- Handle special or ad hoc projects as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
- At least 2-3 years of accounting experience.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to set and follow up on priorities, often with tight schedules and timelines.
- Proficiency in Excel; experience with JD Edwards and AS/400 queries is a plus.
Skill and Competencies:
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with various departments.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in financial reporting and reconciliations.
- Knowledge of accounting software and financial systems.