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Ascendo

Staff Accountant

Ascendo, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Ascendo is working with an international consulting firm that has a Staff Accountant opening here in their Chicago office. This is a hybrid role, with candidates expected to be in office twice per week.

As a Staff Accountant, you will play a key role in maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and supporting various accounting functions for their global operations. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with Quickbooks accounting software.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in maintaining the

general ledger

and ensuring accurate financial dataPrepare and post

journal entries

and reconcile

accountsSupport the

month-end

and

year-end closing processesAssist in the preparation of

financial statements

and management reportsProcess

accounts payable

and

accounts receivableParticipate in

internal audits

and help ensure compliance with regulatory standardsAssist with

variance analysis

and

budget monitoringCollaborate with the team on

special projects

and continuous improvement initiativesQualifications:

Bachelor's degree

in Accounting, Finance, or related field1-3+ years

of experience in accounting or finance roles, preferably in a multinational environmentStrong knowledge of

GAAP

(Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)Experience with

Quickbooks

and

Microsoft ExcelExcellent

analytical , organizational, and communication skillsAbility to work well both independently and in a team environmentStrong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Feel free to apply directly or email Jimmy Wetendorf (jwetendorf@ascendo.com) for additional information about the client & opportunity.

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.

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.

Contact information

Gina Kanellos