Entry Level Accountant

2022-06-14T17:52:24+00:00 May 12th, 2022|

INCREDIBLE STAFF ACCOUNTANT OPPORTUNITY

CALLING ALL 2022 COLLEGE GRADUATES

HYBRID

CHICAGO, IL

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

The organization is a full-service family office with 40 employees providing alternative investments, trust services and integrated wealth management services to five generations of one of Chicago’s founding families.

The office serves complex investment partnerships, trusts of varying size, foundations and 70 adult family households. The office is dynamic with sophisticated technology, complex structures and ongoing initiatives that will make this position interesting and challenging. The environment is collaborative as it encourages employees to participate.

THE POSITION

The Staff Accountant will report to the Senior Manager – Accounting and support the accounting team on various projects. This position provides a unique opportunity to learn about a niche industry and to gain skills in an area that will enhance personal and professional growth. In particular, the position offers substantial exposure to various investments and entities such as trusts and partnerships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop proficiency in using the accounting software, which is an integrated general ledger, portfolio management and partnership accounting software package
  • Obtain an understanding of all entity structures and the financial information needed to prepare financial statements and investment reports
  • Daily accounting responsibilities
  • Month-end accounting for assigned entities

THE PERSON

The candidate must be a hard-working individual who takes pride in their work and is eager to learn. The candidate is naturally collaboration and performs well in a team environment.

Additional desired skills and characteristics include:

  • Meticulous attention to detail and ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities
  • High level of organization and strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability
  • Personal pride in work – taking ownership of projects and being responsible and accountable
  • Strong personal motivation and initiative and high level of confidentiality
  • Aptitude for technology, with accounting software and Microsoft Office, advanced in Excel

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

A bachelor’s in accounting is required

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

· Comprehensive benefit package including health insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending plans, and 401(k)

Next Steps:

Looking forward to hearing from you! Please send your cover letter along with resume to: jill@cmcconsult.com

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