Staff Accountant
CFS
Naperville, Illinois, US
About the Role
Staff Accountant
$65,000 – $80,000
Our client, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This is a highly visible role that supports core accounting functions, financial reporting, and cross-functional initiatives while working closely with senior finance leadership.
This position is ideal for a motivated accounting professional looking to build a long-term career in accounting, financial reporting, or financial analysis within a collaborative and expanding organization.
Why Join as a Staff Accountant?- High-visibility role within a growing financial services organization
- Direct interaction with senior accounting and finance leadership
- Strong career development and promotion pathways
- Exposure to cross-functional projects across operations and compliance
- Supportive, team-oriented environment
- CPA support, training, and mentorship opportunities
- Competitive benefits and strong long-term growth potential
- Assist with monthly close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
- Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP
- Support external audit processes by preparing documentation and responding to requests
- Partner with operations and client teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
- Maintain and help improve internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
- Prepare ad hoc reports and financial analysis for leadership
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across reporting processes
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA track preferred)
- 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in financial services, public accounting, or a similar environment
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams
- Motivated, analytical, and eager to grow professionally
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Responsibilities
- Assist with monthly close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
- Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP
- Partner with operations and client teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA track preferred)
- 2-4 years of accounting experience
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
Required Skills
GAAP
ERP/accounting systems
Advanced Excel
internal controls
financial reporting
Keywords
Staff Accountant
GAAP
financial reporting
accounting
ERP
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