Accountant

Associa

Chicago, IL0–3 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn

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Who can apply
New grads and up to 3 years · Bachelor's degree
Must know
AccountingTaxExcelMicrosoft OfficeGAAP
Work
On-site in Chicago
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Listed
Oct 29, 2026 · still open

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About the Role

Accountant I is an entry-level accounting position responsible for managing company records, including but not limited to liabilities, assets, tax liabilities, profit and loss, and other financial activities. This role involves preparing financial reports by reviewing and analyzing financial data, as well as generating and interpreting financial records for management. The accountant will also be responsible for maintaining the general ledger and ensuring the accuracy of all financial records.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.
  • Maintain general ledger as needed.
  • Analyze financial data in order to prepare financial reports.
  • Generate and interpret financial records and statements for management.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • General ledger accounting
  • Accounting Shared Services Center environment
  • Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) at a proficient level.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree Required
  • Master’s Degree Preferred
  • Proficient level in conflict resolution techniques.
  • Professional communication skills (phone, interpersonal, written, verbal, etc.).
  • Self-motivated, proactive, detail oriented, and a team player.
  • Time management and time critical prioritization skills.
  • Ability to evaluate, analyze, and prioritize data in various forms and formats.
  • Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures (US GAAP).

Working Conditions: Typical office environment; Overtime may be required.

Physical Demands: Regularly required to stand, reach above shoulders, use hands and fingers to input data, talk or hear. Often required to sit for processing information and data entry.

Environmental Demands: Work is performed in a climate-controlled office without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

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