Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Schaumburg, Illinois
$75,000 – $85,000 plus discretionary bonus

Our client, is seeking an Staff Accountant to join their close-knit accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with general ledger accounting experience who enjoys financial analysis, problem-solving, and working in a collaborative environment. Insurance industry experience is required but statutory reporting can be learned.

Why Consider This Opportunity for the Staff Accountant?

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• Immediate opening with a fast interview process
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• Join a small, collaborative four-person accounting team
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• Broad exposure to general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close
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• Opportunity to learn statutory insurance accounting
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• Stable, mission-driven nonprofit organization
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• Excellent benefits, including 90% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
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• Continuing education offerings
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Key Responsibilities for the Staff Accountant

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• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close
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• Reconcile bank, investment, and general ledger accounts
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• The Staff Accountant will assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting
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• Support statutory and NAIC reporting
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• Analyze account activity and resolve discrepancies
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• The Staff Accountant will assist with audits, fixed assets, and special projects
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• Provide backup support to the Bookkeeper
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Qualifications for the Staff Accountant

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• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of accounting experience
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• Insurance industry experience required
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• General ledger, reconciliations, and financial reporting experience
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• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
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• Analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative
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This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to gain broad accounting exposure while working alongside an experienced Controller in a stable, employee-focused organization.

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