Junior Staff Accountant

5 days ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States VSA Partners Full time $65,000 - $70,000 per year

VSA's purpose is to design for a better human experience. As a strategy and design agency, we blend consumer insights and data with human-centered design to activate meaningful, motivating and measurable experiences in an increasingly noisy world. With offices in Chicago, New York and San Francisco, VSA offers a full range of fully integrated capabilities—branding, advertising, data science and technology—all under one roof. VSA is also a proud member of Meet The People, an international family of unified and independent agencies. For more than 40 years, we have delivered solutions for business and creative leaders at some of the world's most respected brands and forward-thinking organizations, including Google, Nike and IBM. 

SUMMARY:

The Junior Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the Accounting Department's execution and processes of multiple entities. This individual works within a team to deliver accurate and timely information to team members, managers, and vendors. This role requires an individual who can work independently, apply policies and procedures to changing circumstances, and identify, evaluate and implement changes. 

DUTIES: 

  • Evaluates vendor invoices and employee expense reports for appropriate documentation and approval prior to processing. Processes related documents.
  • Evaluates and processes contractor timesheets and invoices.
  • Evaluates and processes credit card charges.
  • Coordinates the Accounts Payable payment process.
  • Analyzes vendor activity, accounts payable activities and financial accounts.
  • Maintains accounts payable documentation supporting client invoicing requirements.
  • Propose changes to accounts payable processes supporting changing needs of the company.
  • Processes and analyzes payroll general ledger transactions.
  • Analyzes various general ledger accounts and maintains supporting schedules.
  • Supports the cash management processes.
  • Supports the month end close process.
  • Completes project work for development and improvement.
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE:

  • 2+ years' experience in a similar role required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
  • Experience with Microsoft 365 Business Central is a plus.
  • Residency within the Chicago Metro area required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

  • Proficient with email, spreadsheets and more (ex: MS Office, Google docs).
  • Ability to communicate effectively via multiple channels (verbal, written, etc.).
  • Ability to be versatile and handle multiple projects and re-prioritizations.
  • Ability to organize information, requires attention to detail and accurately apply policies and procedures. Understand and apply GAAP and accounting fundamentals.
  • Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, monitor own work to ensure quality.
  • Independent thinking, proactively propose change, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
  • Ability to work with outside vendors and internal team members in a professional manner.
Chicago Estimated Salary Range $65,000—$70,000 USD

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