Staff Accountant

CFS

Cicero, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75,000–$85,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Cross-Functional, Documentation, External Audit, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Process Improvement, Professional Services, Public Accounting, Reconciliation, Team Player
LOCATION
Cicero, IL
POSTED
2 days ago
Staff Accountant

Location: Chicago (Loop)
Compensation: $75,000–$85,000 + bonus

We're partnering with a well-respected, high-performing professional services firm seeking a Staff Accountant to join the growing team. This is a for a newly created position that offers excellent visibility across the organization.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to transition from public accounting into industry, or for candidates with a blend of public and corporate experience. You'll join a financially stable company where you can make an immediate impact while building a long-term career!

Why Apply?
  • Flexible hybrid schedule
  • Strong financial performance and continued growth
  • Excellent leadership and mentorship
  • Competitive benefits package, including:
    • 6% 401(k) match
    • Unlimited PTO
    • Generous parental leave
  • Collaborative, high-caliber team
  • Relaxed, supportive culture
  • High visibility with leadership and stakeholders
  • Clear path for advancement – strong track record of internal promotions
Key Responsibilities: Staff Accountant
  • Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules as part of the monthly close process
  • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure adherence to accounting policies
  • Analyze account activity and investigate variances to support accurate financial reporting
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests
  • Assist with budgeting and forecasting by providing data and insights
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to process improvements
Qualifications: Staff Accountant
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • CPA or actively pursuing CPA preferred
  • 1–2+ years of public accounting experience (Big 4 or mid-tier) OR Experience with a publicly traded company

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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/