Senior Accountant at Confidential in Chicago, Illinois

Posted in Other 13 days ago.

Type: full-time





Job Description:

We're a growing advertising agency with a focus on multicultural marketing looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in the advertising, public relations, creative, or professional services industries. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in managing financial operations, monthly close processes, and daily review of transactional work. Your expertise in accounting principles and knowledge will contribute to the smooth financial functioning of our organization.

Position Summary:

? Serve as the main Accounting contact for internal and external service requests

? Oversee AR/AP team member for client billing processes- including invoicing and collections, vendor invoice processing and bill payment process

? Coordinate with project managers and account executives to ensure accurate and timely reporting procedures

? Provide financial analysis and reporting on project profitability, highlighting areas for improvement

? Perform standard Accounting procedures including:
  • Bank Reconciliations
  • Monthly Journal Entries including WIP accruals
  • Payroll Processing via 3rd party
  • Apply project costs for revenue recognition, ensuring accurate allocation of expenses
  • Balance Sheet Reconciliations
  • Work closely with internal team on preparation of monthly financial statements
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and financial reporting requirements

Preferred Skills:

? Familiarity with media buying, production costs, and billing practices within the advertising industry

? Understanding of agency fee structures, billing rates, and revenue recognition specific to the advertising sector

? High level of critical thinking skills and the ability to operate in a fast-moving environment

? Understanding of Realization and Utilization Reports - The ability to create and also interpret

Required Education and Experience:

? Minimum of 3 years of experience, with experience in an advertising agency preferred.

? Strong knowledge of full cycle accounting processes

? Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills

? Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

? Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

? Experience with Workamajig and Quickbooks Online highly desirable

? Intermediate Excel Skills which include the following (Vlookups, sumif, macros, pivot tables)

Perks & Benefits:
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Hybrid schedule
  • 401K match
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Fridays

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