Associate, Accounting/Financial Reporting - RTS
Chicago, IL, US, 60606
Position Summary:
The Associate, Accounting/Financial Reporting will assist in supporting the GAAP accounting requirements though financial reporting and analysis.
Essential Functions:
- Support business unit accounting/finance department in management and execution of month end close activities, including sub-ledger reconciliations, preparation of manual journal entries, and control testing around various accounting processes.
- Assist in preparation of financial reports including competitive analysis, compensation analysis, and/or internal benchmarking and performance
- Assist in ensuring business unit complies with Corporate Accounting policies and required internal controls relating to revenue recognition, premium accounting, and surplus lines
- Assist in preparation and tracking of annual budget and financial forecasts
- Assistance with due diligence and integration tracking on potential and successful acquisitions
Education/Experience/Skills:
- CPA, or demonstrated plan towards receiving CPA designation
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
- Knowledge of GAAP accounting principles
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to multi-task between multiple tasks/projects at any given time
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office Applications
Disclaimer
Nearest Major Market: Chicago