Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking for a flexible schedule?
We are seeking a highly skilled Weekend Accountant to join our dynamic team in the heart of Chicago, IL. In this pivotal role, you will manage critical financial operations during off-peak hours, ensuring accuracy and compliance while enjoying the benefits of a weekend work-life balance.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with a leading finance team in a prestigious downtown location.
- Stable, full-time employment with a focus on professional growth.
If you are ready to take your accounting career to the next level, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Manage Payroll Processing: Oversee the weekly payroll cycle, ensuring all timesheets, deductions, and tax filings are accurate and processed by the weekend deadline.
- Financial Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and general ledger accounts to ensure data integrity.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, variance reports, and operational summaries for leadership review.
- General Ledger Management: Post journal entries, adjust closing entries, and maintain the general ledger system with precision.
- Compliance & Audits: Assist in internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and maintaining organized audit trails.
- Vendor Management: Process and verify vendor invoices and payments to ensure timely and accurate disbursements.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. CPA certification is a plus.
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience, with a proven track record in general ledger and financial reporting.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Xero) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
- Schedule: Must be available to work weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday) on a recurring basis.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy in financial data.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.