Staff Accountant

Calamos Investments LLC

Naperville, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,000–$80,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accrual-Basis Accounting, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Computer Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, External Audit, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, General Ledger Accounting, Income Tax, Internal Audit, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Process Development, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Revenue Analysis, Systems Analysis, Tax Returns, Time Management
LOCATION
Naperville, IL
POSTED
25 days ago

Summary of the Role

The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for the timely preparation of monthly accounting records and related entries.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Completes a variety of activities as it relates to the financial statement close process including certain revenue and operating expense accruals.

  • Performs analytical review of certain revenues and operating expenses.

  • Performs general ledger reconciliations.

  • Assists in and completes certain deliverables related to annual and quarterly analysis.

  • Assists with the preparation of the Company's income tax workpapers and prepares supporting documentation for annual tax return filings.

  • Provides support and participates in the gathering of information for internal and external audits.

  • Demonstrated ability to leverage AI productivity tools to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort. Comfort working alongside automated systems and evaluating AI-generated outputs for accuracy.

  • Identifies ways to streamline processes and improve efficiency within the department.

  • Participates in special projects as assigned by management.

  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.

  • At least two years experience in a similar role.

  • CPA preferred.

  • Must be detail oriented with the ability to interpret a variety of data.

  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Accounting software.

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation for this role takes into account various factors, including work location, individual skill set, relevant experience, and other business needs. The estimated base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000. Additionally, this position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Please note that this is the current estimate of the base salary range intended for this role at the time of posting. The base salary range may be adjusted in the future.

Benefits

Calamos offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and employer-paid short and long-term disability), as well as retirement benefits (401(k) and profit sharing), paid time off, paid parental leave, and other wellness benefits.

About the Company

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Calamos Investments LLC