*This is an on-site position in Rockford, IL*FMG is seeking a Staff Accountant that will work closely with the CFO and Executive Team to build out an internal audit function, execute excellent financial reporting, and prepare and present financial analysis.The ideal candidate is curious about numbers, data, and business; an entrepreneurial mindset is a plus. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about a diverse range of businesses and be part of the core accounting team for a growing enterprise.The role will get to work on all business lines of FMG, including:Multi-FamilyOperating Businesses, including: Cannabis, Gaming, Hospitality, Self-Storage, and Senior HousingESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Producing error-free accounting reports and presenting their resultsPreparing financial statements and producing budgets according to scheduleSupporting month-end and year-end close processAssisting with tax audits, tax returns, and year-end workpaper preparationAnalyzing financial information and summarizing financial statusSpotting errors and suggesting ways to improve efficiency and spendingInvestigating Budget Variances and Reporting FindingsCreating and Implementing Internal Audit ProcessesDetermining ways to cut costs and improve profitabilityConducting ad hoc research into identified areas of concern or riskAssisting with Valuation of AssetsManaging accounting assistants and bookkeepersDirecting internal audits to ensure compliance with First Midwest Group standards and processesDeveloping and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controlsImproving financial proceduresSupporting Leasing and Development with Financial Analysis, including Net Rent AnalysisUpdating, Maintaining, and Reporting on KPIs for FMG Commercial RE PortfolioPresenting findings to upper management in the form of reports and presentationsProject(s) Profitability AnalysisEDUCATION AND IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's Degree is requiredProficient with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point)Exceptional Accounting SkillsAnalytical thinking with strong conceptual and problem-solving skillsOrganized with the ability to manage competing prioritiesStrong analytical, interpersonal and communications skillsHigh degree of integrity; strong moral character#J-18808-Ljbffr