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    Staff Accountant - Chicago, United States - Beyond Finance

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    At Beyond Finance, we've made it our mission to help everyday Americans escape the endless cycle of crippling debt and step into a brighter financial future.

    Through compassionate, individualized care, a culture focused on compliance and ethics, supportive user-centric technology, and customized financial solutions, we've helped over 300,000 clients on their path to a brighter future.


    While we're proud of what we've already accomplished, we're searching for new collaborators to help us get to the next level If you're looking to join a forward-thinking, rapidly growing organization with helping people as its number one goal, we want to hear from you.

    About the Role

    As a Staff Accountant, you will be an essential member of the finance organization.

    This position requires someone with meticulous attention to detail, the highest ethical standards, and the ability to clearly communicate financial information to individuals across various departments.

    This role requires a solid foundation in U.S. GAAP and a passion for financial operational excellence.

    The ideal candidate will have the ability to thrive in an environment of rapid change; work effectively within cross-functional teams; be highly resourceful and deliver under tight deadlines.

    What You'll Do


    • Own all aspects of accounts payable, including processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices and initiating vendor payments
    • Audit employee expense reports including verification to company policies and validating supporting documentation
    • Record, reconcile and monitor corporate credit card transactions and assist in managing the corporate credit card program
    • Record cash transactions in the general ledger
    • Monthly bank reconciliations to identify discrepancies and resolutions
    • Record journal entries for assigned areas
    • Perform regular analysis and reconciliations of balance sheet accounts
    • Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close
    • Conduct monthly income statement trend analysis for assigned accounts
    • Facilitate strong working relationships with other teams to ensure accurate & timely accounting
    • Coordinate with outside auditors and provides needed information for annual external audit
    • Monitor compliance with accounting controls and policies and correct inappropriate practices
    • Support the department with special projects and process improvements
    • Assume other responsibilities as assigned
    What We Look For


    • Bachelor's (B.A. / B.S.) in accounting, finance, or other related discipline
    * - 5 years' experience in accounting and finance operations

    • Have a strong understanding of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP)
    • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
    Why Join Us?


    While you make a difference for others, we'll work to make a difference for you, providing an uplifting, collaborative work environment and benefits that reflect your value to us.


    For eligible full-time employees, we offer:

    • Considerable employer contributions for health, dental, and vision programs
    • Generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
    • 401(k) matching program
    • Merit advancement opportunities
    • Career development & training


    And finally, our team spirit and culture We cultivate an environment of community, connection, and belonging across our entire organization.

    Beyond Finance does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job positions.

    No fee will be paid to their parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Beyond Finance employees or the Beyond Finance HR team.

    No placement fee will be paid to any third party unless such a request has been made by the Beyond HR team.


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