Benchmark Management
Job Description
Job Description Description: Role Overview:
Reporting to the Regional Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for performing various accounting and financial functions including the month-end closing process, accounts
receivable/payable,
and financial reporting for our various operating brands.
Responsibilities: Conduct month end journal entries, as well as balance sheet and G/L reconciliations Communicate with various internal and external stakeholders with prompt and professional responses to inquiries and requests Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and priorities for the accounting function Manages day-to-day finance transaction activities Manages Accounts Receivable, communicating with customers and sales management about past due accounts Manages Accounts Payable, assists with accounts payable, including ensuring proper account allocations Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information Prepares and posts monthly journal entries as assigned; Entries include but not limited to Cash, Payroll, AR and AP Maintains and balances accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions, and resolving discrepancies Manages and maintains records for sales tax purposes and assist with tax filings Summarizes financial status by collecting information, preparing financial statements, and creating reports Assists with information collection for all types of audits Follow policies and procedures related to handling funds and accepted accounting procedures Assists with projects and other duties as assigned Qualifications: Benchmark seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent, and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field Minimum of 1+ years relevant work experience Strong working knowledge of GAAP Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, Quickbooks Online and Desktop preferred; Knowledge of Oracle NetSuite preferred Demonstrated ability to work independently, accomplish tasks and resolve issues with a sense of urgency under tight timelines with high attention to detail Competencies: Ensures Accountability:
Holds self and others accountable to meet and follow through on commitments; acts with a clear sense of ownership, takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures; establishes clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results; designs feedback loops into work Action Oriented:
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm; readily takes action on challenges, without unnecessary planning; identifies and seizes new opportunities; displays a can-do attitude in good and bad times; steps up to handle tough issues Communicates Effectively:
Strong verbal and written communication skills that can be applied and used to communicate effectively and confidently, with a wide range of stakeholders including: clients, financial institutions, vendors, team members, and management; attentively listens to others; encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions Compensation & Location: Salary Range:
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $65,000 to $75,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits. Location:
This role is open to candidates in the Chicagoland area who can work on a hybrid schedule with regular in-office presence at our downtown Chicago office, as well as to qualified candidates across the U.S. who may work fully remotely. Requirements:
Job Description Description: Role Overview:
Reporting to the Regional Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for performing various accounting and financial functions including the month-end closing process, accounts
receivable/payable,
and financial reporting for our various operating brands.
Responsibilities: Conduct month end journal entries, as well as balance sheet and G/L reconciliations Communicate with various internal and external stakeholders with prompt and professional responses to inquiries and requests Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and priorities for the accounting function Manages day-to-day finance transaction activities Manages Accounts Receivable, communicating with customers and sales management about past due accounts Manages Accounts Payable, assists with accounts payable, including ensuring proper account allocations Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information Prepares and posts monthly journal entries as assigned; Entries include but not limited to Cash, Payroll, AR and AP Maintains and balances accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions, and resolving discrepancies Manages and maintains records for sales tax purposes and assist with tax filings Summarizes financial status by collecting information, preparing financial statements, and creating reports Assists with information collection for all types of audits Follow policies and procedures related to handling funds and accepted accounting procedures Assists with projects and other duties as assigned Qualifications: Benchmark seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent, and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field Minimum of 1+ years relevant work experience Strong working knowledge of GAAP Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, Quickbooks Online and Desktop preferred; Knowledge of Oracle NetSuite preferred Demonstrated ability to work independently, accomplish tasks and resolve issues with a sense of urgency under tight timelines with high attention to detail Competencies: Ensures Accountability:
Holds self and others accountable to meet and follow through on commitments; acts with a clear sense of ownership, takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures; establishes clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results; designs feedback loops into work Action Oriented:
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm; readily takes action on challenges, without unnecessary planning; identifies and seizes new opportunities; displays a can-do attitude in good and bad times; steps up to handle tough issues Communicates Effectively:
Strong verbal and written communication skills that can be applied and used to communicate effectively and confidently, with a wide range of stakeholders including: clients, financial institutions, vendors, team members, and management; attentively listens to others; encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions Compensation & Location: Salary Range:
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $65,000 to $75,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits. Location:
This role is open to candidates in the Chicagoland area who can work on a hybrid schedule with regular in-office presence at our downtown Chicago office, as well as to qualified candidates across the U.S. who may work fully remotely. Requirements: