Staff Accountant

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for axc2xa0Staff Accountant for our real estate client located in the loop. The Staff Accountantxc2xa0willxc2xa0join their team on a contract-to-hire basis, and work on a hybrid schedule.xc2xa0Staff Accountant Responsibilities:xc2xa0Month-end close duties include reconciling various balance sheet accounts, reviewing general ledger details and posting journal entriesBank reconciliations for parent company and subsidiary companiesMaintain the general ledger by verifying transactions and ensuring proper codingReview accounts payable transactions and approve outgoing ACHxe2x80x99s and WiresAssist with the preparation of financial statements and reportsAnalyze and research variances on financials and report findings to managementFinancial forecastingCalculation of sales commissionsPrepare ad hoc reporting for Senior management and ExecutivesRecommend process improvements and accounting proceduresAssist with external annual audit preparation and inquiriesResponsible for compliance with internal controlsPerform other accounting, financial, or special projects as assignedStaff Accountant Qualifications:xc2xa0Bachelors degreed requiredxc2xa05+ years of experience, preferably in a corporate environmentIntermediate to advanced Excel skills requiredReal estate industry experience preferredMust be extremely detail-oriented and possess critical thinking skillsIf you or anyone you know is qualified and interested, please apply immediately!