Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Geneva Search Partners LLC

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a client of Geneva Search Partners LLC, located in Chicago with a hybrid work schedule. The client is a well-established international professional services firm known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and client service, providing strategic solutions to diverse organizations. This Staff Accountant position offers a chance to join their growing finance team and gain broad exposure to accounting responsibilities and business operations. The role is critical in maintaining financial accuracy and supporting the firm’s continued growth.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – Chicago, IL
• Team: Finance team
• Mission: To support the finance team by ensuring accurate financial records and assisting with critical accounting processes for a growing international firm.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, accounting software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Reconcile: Prepare and maintain general ledger account reconciliations.
• Close: Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Process: Review and process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Report: Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Improve: Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. This is an early career role focused on core accounting principles and GAAP compliance.
• Experience: 1+ years of accounting experience, with a preference for experience in professional services, public accounting, or corporate environments.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail, and effective communication skills.