Junior Accountant

4 weeks ago

Chicago, United States MyKelly Full time

Finding a job that fits your lifestyle isn’t always easy. That’s where Kelly® comes in. We’re seeking a Junior Accountant to work at a premier government agency in Chicago. Sound good? Take a closer look below. We’re here to help you find something great that works for you—so you won’t miss a moment of what really matters in your life.

 

Interested? apply now

 

Role: Junior Accountant – Contract

Compensation: $28.62/hr

Duration: Contract through June2024 -potential to be extended

Hours: Monday – Friday The hours options are 8-4, 8:30 -4:30, or 9:00 to 5:00 with 2 15-minute breaks and a one-hour lunch

Location: Chicago / 60601 – close to the Daley center

Office attire: business professional required

 

Junior Accountant – We are looking for a finance, accounting, or business administration degree with experience as an auditor, accountant, or financial analyst.

Why you should apply to be a contract Junior Accountant:

• Competitive pay rate

• Opportunity to work with a premier government agency

• Learn and grow in an evolving environment

• Access to parking garage discounts and convenient public transportation options

What’s a typical day as a contract Junior Accountant? You’ll be:

  • Handle basic accounting entries
  • Learn and gain an understanding of government / non-profit accounting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Escheatment Process
  • Check imaging.
  • Check status – cashed vs outstanding.
  • Collection Warrant Process
  • Cash reconciliation and receipt and disbursements
  • Perform comprehensive accounting responsibilities for the office
  • Responsible for perform daily bank activities, revenue expenses, account analysis and reconciliations
  • Prepare and enter journal entries
  • Assist with financial reporting processes including closing analysis and reconciliations, bank reconciliations, fixed asset and grant reconciliations, financial statement preparation and analysis
  • Assist with annual ERP system closing, external audit and more

Requirements 

Accountant V – We are looking for a finance, accounting, or business administration degree with experience as an auditor, accountant, or financial analyst. This position will be open till June 30th with the potential to be extended

  • Have a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance 
  • Have some work experience in accounting, auditing, or financial analysis
  • Are comfortable with entry-level positions
  • Experience with Oracle EBS or similar ERP software
  • Comfortable commuting downtown working in a professional office environment

Our customer would be happy with an accountant right out of college with a little work experience. Great opportunity to gain experience

 

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

 

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a contract Accountant today

#GRACE

 

Key Terms: Junior Accountant ; entry level Accountant ; Staff Accountant

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