Sound Investment AV is hiring: Staff Accountant in Chicago

Staff Accountant

Sound Investment is searching for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team in Chicago, IL. The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting and finance team by performing daily accounting tasks, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with month-end and year-end closing processes. This role ensures compliance with company policies, accounting principles, and relevant regulations while providing timely and accurate financial data to management. The Staff Accountant must work from our Chicago office 5 days a week.

What a typical day looks like:

• Oversee and train the AP clerk to properly complete their daily tasks.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP.
• Record journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in the general ledger.
• Reconcile credit card accounts, and other balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Assist in the AR collections effort.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Review and verify the accuracy of financial data and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in maintaining fixed asset schedules and depreciation records and work with financing companies and vendors.
• Responsible for incoming vendor commissions.
• Assist in contract reviews and dissemination.
• Assist with company's fleet management and ensure proper documentation is updated.
• Compile, report and submit business licenses for the companies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure proper procedures and update the procedures when appropriate.
• Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits.
• Assist with process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy within the accounting function.
• Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned.

The skills we are looking for:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

The experience we are looking for:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA or pursuing CPA a plus).
• Experience: 13 years of accounting experience (internship or prior staff accounting role preferred).
• Knowledge: Solid understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.

Technical skills:

• Proficiency in QuickBooks accounting software.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas).
• Familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.

We offer an excellent benefits package including: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Roth IRA, Holidays and Paid Time Off. Salary Range: $85,000 - 105,000.