Accounting Analyst - 12 Month Contract

Baker & McKenzie LLP

Chicago, IL

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SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Bakery, Balance Sheet, Business Support, Diversity, English Language, External Audit, Facebook, Finance, Financial Audit, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Journal Entries, Legal, LinkedIn, Market Share, Organizational Skills, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Professional Services, Reconciliation, SAP, Schedule Development, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Time Management
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
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12 days ago

Accounting Analyst - 12 Month Contract - 3266 - Baker McKenzie

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Accounting Analyst - 12 Month Contract

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Job Information

Posting Date

22-Jun-2026

Requisition ID

3158

States/Provinces/Cities

Belfast

Location Type

Hybrid

Business Unit

Business Professionals

Function

Finance

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Description & Requirements

The Accounting Analyst will provide local office service center accounting services in compliance with the globally established policies and standard procedures in collaboration with In-Market financial leadership.

Main responsibilities:

  • Record journal entries in SAP for the assigned entities/regions in line with the established Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
  • Perform account reconciliations, including, bank reconciliations, balance sheet accounts, etc., and resolve the reconciling items promptly
  • Perform period-end activities per the financial close schedules and the established guidelines
  • Respond to In-Market queries and post accounting adjustments as required
  • Provide support for internal and external financial audits

Skills and experience:

  • A bachelor's degree preferred in Accounting, Finance or other Business discipline
  • Accounting Technician or equivalent certification, and SAP experience is preferred but not required
  • Some experience in a relevant field (professional services firm and/or shared service center is preferred)
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Solid understanding of GAAP, IFRS, and general accounting principles
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills

Reports to: Center Services Accounting Manager

Position type: Center Services

Development framework: Business Support

About us

Baker McKenzie empowers clients to compete in the global economy. We provide comprehensive and practical legal advice that cuts through complexity with clear, actionable guidance. Our people represent diverse cultures and jurisdictions, combining local know-how with international expertise to ensure your business thrives across borders.

Additional Information

Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.

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