Accounting Associate Job at The Childs Dreyfus Group in Chicago

Job Overview

The Childs Dreyfus Group (CDG) is an integrated architecture/interior design company located in Chicago with the capability to create exciting, modern spaces for single-family, multi-family, student housing and commercial projects. We create authentic and cutting-edge spaces that foster innovation, collaboration, and community…resulting in a complete transformation from living space to life experience. The Childs Dreyfus Group is now hiring an Accounts Manager to join our growing team.

Objectives of this role

• Support the company in optimizing its financial transactions and systems
• Strengthen and grow relationships with clients, vendors and suppliers through timely payments and collections
• Exercise integrity and confidentiality in financial reporting
• Comply with national and local regulations

Responsibilities for Accounting Associate

• Implement Corporate financial procedures and processes
• Supervision of purchasing
• Strategic planning globally with Senior Management on corporate goals and initiatives
• Assist on increase profitability to corporate targets
•  Assist with vendor discounts/new vendors
• Quarterly/Annual review oversite
• H/R initiatives with GM
•  Financials: Accounts payable, Cash reconciliation, Maintain reserve account, Record all deposits, Maintain/check/register and reconcile operating accounts, Accounts receivable, General ledger reconciliation, Work in progress, Quarterly/annual financial statements, State income tax monthly reporting
•  Provide President weekly A/R, A/P, CPO/Add Services/T&S reports and review weekly case reports
•  Assist on monthly financials
• File monthly/quarterly/annual sales tax for all states company is registered in or doing business in with the support of financial consultant when needed
• Employee expense review/reconciliation
• Employee orientations administration
• Bi-monthly payroll via ADP
• Maintain vacation (PTO) records through ADP or other consultants
• Maintain insurance records, delete/add employees, collect employee contributions
• Manage/reconcile employee advances

Work Hours and Benefits

• Full Time/Salaried Position
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• 401K Plan Offered
• Vacation Time, Personal Time and Sick Time
• Company Holidays (9)

Qualifications for Accounts Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3-5 years relevant experience working in accounting and bookkeeping
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
• Proficient skills in ADP, Studio Designer Financial Web Platform, Office 354 Platforms (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the use of email, TEAMS and phone systems
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• A desire and ability to work collaboratively with others to accomplish daily goals
• Knowledge of the architectural/design industry a plus