Top Staff Accountant Jobs in Chicago, IL

Support month-end close and general ledger accounting, prepare journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and reporting. Assist audit readiness and respond to auditor requests. Partner on inventory management, process improvements, and documentation to increase accuracy and scalability.

The Staff Accountant will manage monthly accounting engagements, perform full-cycle accounting tasks, prepare financial statements, and ensure accuracy in reporting for a portfolio of clients.

Perform account reconciliations and month-end activities for prepaids, commissions, and rebate reserves; prepare recurring journal entries and accruals; administer distributor rebate programs; manage intercompany transactions; support sales tax filings and year-end audit requests; partner with stakeholders to ensure correct accounting treatment and maintain internal controls.

Support fund and joint venture accounting for REITs and holding companies by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements; assist month/quarter close, audit requests, intercompany reconciliations, and process improvements while working with property accountants and internal teams.

Help track and make payments to employees and contractors, support management, and ensure meticulous record-keeping.

Join Juniper Square as a Senior Fund Accountant to deliver accounting and reporting services, support team operations, and improve service offerings for private market clients.