Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Junior Accountant and launch your accounting career in Chicago! We're seeking motivated recent graduates and career-changers with no prior experience to learn foundational accounting practices in a supportive environment. Gain hands-on experience with real-world financial operations while working alongside CPA mentors who will guide your professional growth.
At Chicago Financial Partners, we believe in nurturing talent. Our comprehensive onboarding program includes paid training in QuickBooks, Excel, and GAAP principles. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible scheduling options, and opportunities for rapid advancement within our growing firm. Perfect for accounting students or those transitioning into finance!
Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable/receivable transactions with precision
- Assist with month-end closing procedures and reconciliations
- Maintain accurate financial records in accounting software
- Prepare basic financial statements and reports
- Support audits by providing documentation
- Learn and apply GAAP accounting principles
- Collaborate with senior accountants on special projects
Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance (or equivalent coursework)
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, pivot tables)
- Willingness to learn QuickBooks and accounting software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in deadline-driven environment
- Professional demeanor and eagerness to grow