Sidley Austin LLP
Staff Accountant - Budgeting and Reporting
Sidley Austin LLP, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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$65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr Summary
The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Supervisor and supports other department staff.
Duties And Responsibilities
Contributes as an integral part of a team that produces financial reporting and budgets for the Firm. Responsible for producing reports quickly while maintaining integrity and accuracy of data; Develops and maintains Excel spreadsheets to prepare analyses and reports using advanced Excel functions; Reviews and analyzes general ledger transactions and accounts, uses technical judgment to ensure that financial transactions are properly recorded; Participates in the firm-wide annual forecasting/budgeting processes Performs monthly account reviews and variance analyses; Acts as a financial liaison to multiple departments by understanding and servicing their business needs; Responsible for the analysis, management and implementation of financial initiatives; Identifies opportunities for improvement and provide information and recommendations to management; Other duties as assigned.
Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits .
Target Salary Range
$65,000 – $75,000 if located in Illinois
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Required
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Preferred
Financial reporting experience CPA or candidate for CPA certification
Other Skills And Abilities
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
Strong organizational skills Strong attention to detail Good judgment Strong interpersonal communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion Able to work under pressure Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Staff Accountant
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Staff Accountant
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Sidley Austin LLP Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Sidley Austin LLP. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr Summary
The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Supervisor and supports other department staff.
Duties And Responsibilities
Contributes as an integral part of a team that produces financial reporting and budgets for the Firm. Responsible for producing reports quickly while maintaining integrity and accuracy of data; Develops and maintains Excel spreadsheets to prepare analyses and reports using advanced Excel functions; Reviews and analyzes general ledger transactions and accounts, uses technical judgment to ensure that financial transactions are properly recorded; Participates in the firm-wide annual forecasting/budgeting processes Performs monthly account reviews and variance analyses; Acts as a financial liaison to multiple departments by understanding and servicing their business needs; Responsible for the analysis, management and implementation of financial initiatives; Identifies opportunities for improvement and provide information and recommendations to management; Other duties as assigned.
Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits .
Target Salary Range
$65,000 – $75,000 if located in Illinois
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Required
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Preferred
Financial reporting experience CPA or candidate for CPA certification
Other Skills And Abilities
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
Strong organizational skills Strong attention to detail Good judgment Strong interpersonal communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion Able to work under pressure Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Law Practice Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sidley Austin LLP by 2x Get notified about new Staff Accountant jobs in
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Chicago, IL $102,000.00-$146,000.00 5 days ago Deerfield, IL $57,187.58-$95,312.63 3 days ago General Consideration Resumes - Experienced
Chicago, IL $65,000.00-$75,000.00 1 month ago Bannockburn, IL $57,187.58-$95,312.63 3 days ago Northbrook, IL $60,000.00-$85,000.00 4 days ago Chicago, IL $90,000.00-$100,000.00 1 month ago Chicago, IL $60,000.00-$70,000.00 8 months ago Greater Chicago Area $69,776.00-$100,788.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $55,335.00-$80,745.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $65,000.00-$75,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $71,200.00-$97,900.00 1 month ago Accountant, US P&C Controllers (New or Recent Graduate Opportunity)
Chicago, IL $45,000.00-$83,000.00 3 days ago Chicago, IL $60,000.00-$70,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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