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Staff Accountant

4 months ago

Chicago, United States Vedder Price Full time

Vedder Price's Chicago office is actively seeking a dynamic individual to join our accounting team as a Staff Accountant. This role presents an exciting opportunity for career growth within a collaborative and innovative environment. Working closely with Senior Accountants on the General Ledger (GL) team, the Staff Accountant will engage in various aspects of month-end close while fostering collaboration with team members across all accounting groups. This role also provides a unique chance to work on special projects and assignments in direct collaboration with our management team (Controller, FP&A Director, and CFO) and play a vital role in our firm's ongoing growth journey, particularly as we implement the new accounting systems.

As the Staff Accountant, your duties will include but not be limited to:

  • Prepare monthly bank and Balance Sheet reconciliations for both domestic and foreign accounts.
  • Proactively address and resolve reconciling items to maintain clean and accurate reconciliations.
  • Collaborate with Senior Accountant and Senior Analyst in monthly closings and year-end processes.
  • Prepare and enter journal entries to support the generation of financial statements.
  • Assist in various financial reporting processes throughout the month.
  • Work alongside tax team to assist with the required monthly/quarterly/annual tax filings. This includes multi-state sales and use tax filings.
  • Assist with the preparation of audit workpapers.
  • Add value on assigned special projects, leveraging your skills to contribute to team objectives.
Skills & Competencies:
  • Knowledge of accounting theory and practices for professional service firms.
  • Inquisitive approach to problem resolution.
  • Account analysis and reconciliation skills.
  • Uphold ethical standards in financial reporting and decision-making.
  • Maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling financial information.
  • Navigate complex financial issues and solve problems efficiently.
  • Adapt to changes in accounting standards, regulations, and corporate structures.
  • Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
  • Handle multiple responsibilities concurrently.
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of accounting processes.
  • Effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide financial insights.
Qualifications & Required Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
  • One to two years in a similar position for a law firm or professional services firm preferred.
  • Position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the following software:
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Familiarity or previous experience with Elite Enterprise and 3E preferred


Equal Employment Opportunity

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at vprecruiting@vedderprice.com.

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