8h ago

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL

$60k-$77k / year

full-timejuniormedia

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๐Ÿ’ผ About This Role

You'll join the finance team of a major nonprofit news organization, ensuring accurate financial records and supporting monthly close processes. You'll act as the primary liaison with the Corporate Sponsorship team, managing invoicing and account aging. This role offers the chance to contribute to mission-driven journalism serving millions.

๐ŸŽฏ What You'll Do

  • Perform monthly close, journal entries, and reconciliations
  • Manage corporate sponsorship invoicing and account aging
  • Prepare budget-to-actual reports and variance analysis
  • Assist with annual financial audit and tax filings

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Experience using ERP financial systems
  • Ability to manage projects in a fast-paced environment

โœจ Nice to Have

  • CPA or CPA candidate
  • Ability to research FASB codification

๐ŸŽ Benefits & Perks

  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Paid time off and holidays
  • ๐Ÿฅ Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Retirement savings plan
  • ๐Ÿš† Commuter benefits plan
  • ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Life and disability insurance

๐Ÿ“จ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter screeningยท 30 min
  2. 2Hiring manager interviewยท 1 hour
  3. 3Technical/Accounting assessmentยท 1 hour
  4. 4Final round interviewsยท 2 hours
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