Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Part-Time Accountant and gain hands-on experience with high-profile clients in Chicago's thriving business district. We're seeking a meticulous professional to support month-end close processes, ensure compliance with GAAP, and deliver accurate financial reporting. This flexible 20-hour/week role offers hybrid work arrangements and the opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative, tech-forward environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements with detailed variance commentary
- Manage accounts payable/receivable cycles and bank reconciliations
- Assist with quarterly sales tax filings and regulatory compliance
- Support annual audit preparations and documentation requests
- Maintain digital filing systems for financial records and contracts
- Collaborate with senior accountants on process improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
- 2+ years of public accounting or corporate accounting experience
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and accounting software (e.g., Xero)
- CPA certification or actively pursuing preferred
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills