Financial Reporting & Accounting Analyst
Addison Group · Chicago, IL · 4 wk ago
On-siteAccounting$45–$50/hrFull-time
Pay: $45-50/hour
About the role
The Financial Reporting & Accounting Analyst will develop accounting policies, ensure quality financial reporting according to US GAAP, and prepare audited consolidated financial statements for the group.
Responsibilities
- Complete consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes for the group of companies for year-end, period-end, and on an ad hoc basis.
- Prepare monthly covenant reports and weekly flash reports.
- Lead the accounting for specific areas, including:
- Lease accounting and visual lease maintenance
- The recording of asset retirement obligations
- Equity accounting for captive insurance company
- Other accounting topics as assigned by the controller
- Create and update accounting policies (e.g., capital expenditure, leases, revenue recognition).
- Create technical accounting memos to document technical accounting decisions (e.g., lease extensions) and audit support (e.g., Going Concern memo).
- Support coordination of the audit and provide audit support as needed.
- Conduct ad hoc technical research to support the evaluation of new business opportunities.
- Review journals and account reconciliations.
- Assist with other ad hoc tasks and special projects as assigned by the manager.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field (required).
- 3–5 years’ experience in accounting, public accounting, or financial reporting (required).
- Proficiency in lease accounting (required).
- Strong US GAAP knowledge.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Analytical skills.
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Master's degree in accounting or a related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification.
- Intermediate computer skills, preferably with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401k retirement plan eligibility.