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Ascendo Resources

Staff Accountant

chicago, IL

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Ascendo Resources lists this Staff Accountant opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant/Accounting Associate is responsible for responsible for the full spectrum of accounting duties to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations. The role involves working closely with the leadership team, assisting with day-to-day accounting operations and helping to implement process improvements.

Location - Chicago, IL (Hybrid - 2 days in office)

Salary - $65k - $70k + Bonus

Schedule - M-F, 9am - 5pm (Hybrid)

Scope of Responsibilities:

Perform general ledger reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial data

Prepare, post and scan general ledger journal entries

Assist in month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing and reporting processes

Conduct cash flow analysis and monitor cash balances

Support vendor payments, setup and record retention

Assist with annual planning, budgeting and forecasting

Manage the cycle count process

Prepare bank reconciliations

Reconcile G/L accounts and perform balance sheet reconciliations

Communicate tactfully and effectively in both oral and written form

Prepare and audit capital expenditures

Assist with month-end financial analysis and review

Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and support audits

Support and promote our company values & principles in everyday work activities.

Other duties as required

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance with a minimum of 3+ years of related experience

Experience with ERP and QuickBooks (strongly preferred)

Experience in a manufacturing environment (strongly preferred)

Experience with inventories and cycle counts

Must have strong computer skills (MS Office, ERP, analytics tools)

Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Ability to prioritize, strong attention to detail, and ability to multi-task

Must be a self-starter and work effectively with others, with and without supervision

Requires mostly sitting, bending, standing and walking

Must be a US Person.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Worksite address

chicago, IL, 60290, US

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