Staff Accountant

10 hours ago

Chicago, IL, United States Douge International Full time

About the job Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant (Part-Time, Contract)

Employment Type: Contract/Temporary (2-3 months) with potential for extension or conversion to full-time
Schedule: 8-16 hours per week with flexible days and times (hours may increase slightly as needed)
Location: Remote following a brief onboarding and training period

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a dynamic retail organization. This part-time contract role is ideal for a motivated accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, adapts quickly to new systems, and brings a collaborative, service-driven mindset. You will play a key role in daily cash activities, reconciliations, month-end close, and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Post daily cash transactions and prepare related journal entries
  • Perform daily bank and cash reconciliations; research and resolve discrepancies
  • Support the Accounting Manager with weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers
  • Investigate and clear exceptions, including duplicate or unmatched entries
  • Assist with general ledger account reconciliations (cash, AR/AP, accrued expenses, inventory-related accounts)
  • Prepare routine journal entries and support month-end close documentation and checklists
  • Provide ad hoc support to the Controller, Finance leadership, and cross-functional partners
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal control standards
  • Participate in small projects aimed at improving and streamlining accounting processes
Required Qualifications
  • 2-3+ years of relevant accounting experience (Staff Accountant or equivalent)
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to quickly learn new ERPs and financial systems (e.g., SAP, JD Edwards, NetSuite, Infor, Epicor, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
  • Proven ability to handle sensitive financial information with confidentiality
Hours & Contract Details
  • 8-16 hours per week with flexible scheduling; hours may increase during month-end or project needs
  • Initial contract duration of 2-3 months, with potential to extend or convert to a permanent full-time role based on performance and business needs

Compensation & Benefits

Our associates enjoy access to a comprehensive and flexible benefits package, which may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Eligible associates may also receive paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave, holiday pay where applicable, and any other paid leave required by federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer | Veterans | Individuals with Disabilities
Military-connected talent is strongly encouraged to apply.

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