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tms

Staff Accountant

tms, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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About Us tms unites technology, marketing, and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world’s leading brands. With more than 1,400 employees across 28 countries, we offer an impressive range of solutions – from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.

What Matters The Most Breakthrough, business‑driving ideas come from extraordinary people with the freedom to be their most authentic selves at work. Authenticity and diversity are critical elements of our business. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and aspire to be ever‑evolving.

What You Will Bring To The Organization We are looking for a

Staff Accountant

whose responsibility is to provide day‑to‑day financial support to business operations in North America. The Staff Accountant, reporting to the Accounting Manager, works independently and analyzes data and reports, identifies issues, and offers ideas that can drive results to meet and/or exceed targets.

Roles And Responsibilities

Assists with month‑end close process

Prepares various monthly journal entries and ensures conformance to company’s accounting policies and U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Applies cash, prepares cash journal entries, and reconciles all cash accounts

Prepares and analyses balance sheet reconciliations for manager review and investigates reconciling items

Files various tax returns including HST, QST, Chicago Personal Property Lease Transaction tax, and sales and use

Assists with both internal and external audits

Prepare year‑end and tax packages

Manage fixed assets, including processing additions, disposals, and depreciation, and managing annual inventory count

Review and prepare revenue recognition, transfer, and write‑off entries for NA Finance team

Manage prepaids, ensuring compliance with internal prepaid policy

Updates and maintains documentation of own processes

Participates in ad hoc special projects as required, and other tasks as assigned

Skills And Experience We Would Like You To Have

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance

1+ years relevant work experience

NetSuite experience preferred

Strong understanding of accruals

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially higher level Excel functionality

Knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to work with a wide range of people

Detail oriented with excellent organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment; must be a self‑starter

Starting salary between $68,000—$77,000

Total Rewards Our total rewards philosophy integrates programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, corporate culture, corporate citizenship, and work‑life balance. While individual program components may differ by country, some things remain constant.

Benefits

Generous Medical, Dental, Vision And Other Great Benefits

Paid parental and medical leave programs

401(k) with a company match component and profit sharing

15 days of paid time off plus company holidays

Hybrid work model

Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance

Inclusive employee resource groups

Our commitment to rewarding results

Opportunities to work with talented and driven individuals at every level of our company who respect each other, treat each other fairly and hold one another accountable for our customers—and our company’s—success

Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Recruiting Agencies tms does not accept agency resumes submitted by third‑party vendors unless a valid agreement has been signed and the tms Talent Acquisition Team has granted authorization for submissions for a specified position. Please do not submit or forward resumes to our site, tms employees, or any other company location. tms is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Business Consulting and Services

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