Senior Staff Accountant up to $75K (Downtown Chicago)
Job Description
Job DescriptionTo Apply:
Please email your resume in Word format to sarah.ayala@ lhh.com with Senior Staff Accountant in the subject line. Emailed resumes will receive priority review.
Accountant - Confidential Organization
Location: On-site, River North, Chicago, IL (public transit accessible, company paid parking provided)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 per year, plus annual discretionary bonus
Schedule: Monday-Friday, standard business hours (flexible start/end times available)
About the Opportunity
A well-established, rapidly growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join its finance team. This is a high-impact, on-site role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. The ideal candidate will support daily accounting operations, financial analysis, and reporting, and will play a key role in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries; adjust account balances monthly
- Compile and analyze account information for reconciliations
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports
- Support operational budgeting and long-term financial projections
- Assist with month-end and year-end close, and tax preparation
- Provide financial reports for internal stakeholders
- Collaborate with the Controller and finance leadership on special projects
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3+ years of accounting experience (healthcare or related industry preferred)
- Quickbooks experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual base salary: $65,000 - $75,000 (commensurate with experience)
- Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 24 PTO days
- Paid Sick Leave applicable by state law
- Commuter benefits and company paid parking provided
- Additional voluntary benefits may be available
Why Join?
This is a unique opportunity to join a values-driven organization with a strong commitment to employee growth and development. The team environment is supportive, collaborative, and focused on excellence. Employees are recognized for their contributions and have opportunities for advancement as the organization continues to expand.
For immediate consideration, please email your resume in Word format to sarah.ayala@ lhh.com with Senior Staff Accountant in the subject line. Emailed resumes will receive priority review.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Sarah Ayala
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.