Stout
Senior General Ledger Accountant
Stout, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
At Stout, we’re dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence ® . Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.
General Purpose : Maintain the general ledger and ensure ledger is in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Principal Responsibilities :Maintain general ledger in accordance with GAAPPrepare journal entries in accordance with GAAPReconcile ledger accounts to ensure accuracyEnsure accuracy of monthly and annual financials in accordance with GAAPAnalyze and investigate variances in trends of financial dataAssist with annual auditsAssist with post-acquisition accounting and integrationParticipate in special projects, continuous process improvements and other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :Must have general ledger experienceMust have month-end/year-end close experienceIn-depth understanding of GAAPMust be able to work independently, a self-starterExperience with Workday is preferred, but not requiredAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills - vlookups and pivotsStrong oral and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailFlexible and the ability to multi-task, work well under pressure and meet deadlinesAble to handle complex and confidential information with discretion
Education and/or Training :Minimum Bachelor’s degree in AccountingCombination of public and industry accounting experience preferred4-6 years of experience in the accounting fieldCPA preferred but not requiredMust be authorized to work in the US without employer sponsorship
Why Stout?Our goal is to provide a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes competitive compensation, benefits & wellness programs that allows employees to choose what’s most important to them at any life stage. At Stout, we are committed to the personal and professional development of our employees while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.
Stout Culture: We honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We are committed to representing and including the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our people, partners, and the communities we serve.
Professional Development: To foster employee development we offer ongoing training and learning opportunities, employee resources groups, mentorship programming, and professional designation reimbursement.
Stout Benefits : Stout offers a variety of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees throughout their career at Stout.
Flexible Work Schedules: Work-life balance is important to us and we want our employees to have balanced lives, which is why we have a discretionary time off policy for all salaried exempt employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.
Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, diversity, and personal growth? Stout might just be the right place for you.
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General Purpose : Maintain the general ledger and ensure ledger is in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Principal Responsibilities :Maintain general ledger in accordance with GAAPPrepare journal entries in accordance with GAAPReconcile ledger accounts to ensure accuracyEnsure accuracy of monthly and annual financials in accordance with GAAPAnalyze and investigate variances in trends of financial dataAssist with annual auditsAssist with post-acquisition accounting and integrationParticipate in special projects, continuous process improvements and other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :Must have general ledger experienceMust have month-end/year-end close experienceIn-depth understanding of GAAPMust be able to work independently, a self-starterExperience with Workday is preferred, but not requiredAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills - vlookups and pivotsStrong oral and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailFlexible and the ability to multi-task, work well under pressure and meet deadlinesAble to handle complex and confidential information with discretion
Education and/or Training :Minimum Bachelor’s degree in AccountingCombination of public and industry accounting experience preferred4-6 years of experience in the accounting fieldCPA preferred but not requiredMust be authorized to work in the US without employer sponsorship
Why Stout?Our goal is to provide a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes competitive compensation, benefits & wellness programs that allows employees to choose what’s most important to them at any life stage. At Stout, we are committed to the personal and professional development of our employees while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.
Stout Culture: We honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We are committed to representing and including the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our people, partners, and the communities we serve.
Professional Development: To foster employee development we offer ongoing training and learning opportunities, employee resources groups, mentorship programming, and professional designation reimbursement.
Stout Benefits : Stout offers a variety of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees throughout their career at Stout.
Flexible Work Schedules: Work-life balance is important to us and we want our employees to have balanced lives, which is why we have a discretionary time off policy for all salaried exempt employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.
Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, diversity, and personal growth? Stout might just be the right place for you.
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