Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant will assist with a variety of financial procedures throughout the accounting department, including daily, month-end and year-end processes, in addition to reconciliations and general accounting support. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintain data in multiple information systems or databases • Assist in managing virtual assistants in the following processes: Bank reconciliations Loan entry and reconciliations- ensuring loan accuracy on a monthly basis Accounts Payable Property Tax Processing Sales Tax Processing Oversee Credit Card / Expense Process Month End Variance Analysis • Construction draw reconciliations-ensure accuracy and balance of loan amounts • Process Staff Expense Reimbursements • AP and AR as needed • Generate timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports • 1099 review and processing • General ledger research • Support external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations • Analyze financial information • Process Check Runs • Cash Transactions, i.e. Deposits, Bank Transfers, etc. • Other duties/responsibilities as assigned Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: · Quick Books, Yardi, Site Link software experience a plus. · Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary. · The ability to handle confidential information is essential. · Strong computer and internet competence, along with the ability to learn new tools and systems quickly and thoroughly. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook required. · Works well with a team but is also a dynamic self-starter, who takes ownership of a task and completes it in a timely fashion · Ability to perform under pressure by being able to multi-task and prioritize workload · Knowledge and/or experience in the Self-Storage industry is a plus. · High School Graduate required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Competencies: · Adaptability and Flexibility- Adjusts rapidly to changing environments, situations, and obstacles, while remaining effective and productive. Open to new ideas and ways to do things. Modifies approach to reach a goal. · Integrity and Honesty- Upholds the highest job-related, business and socially acceptable ethics. Stands up for what is right. Committed to sharing and hearing the truth, even when it’s difficult to do so. · Organization and Time Management- Ability to use time, resources, and skills to reach a goal · Take initiative/Self-Driven- Ability to see an opportunity or need and act upon it without being asked or told. Acting in anticipation of future needs, changes, or concerns. Making things happen; not waiting for something to happen. · Timeliness and Meeting deadlines- Works effectively to achieve a goal, complete a project or meet a deadline in a specified period. Communicates openly with others when obstacles occur. Location: This job is based in our Skokie, Illinois headquarters. Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $55,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: • Bonus opportunities Application Question(s): • What are your salary expectations Ability to Commute: • Skokie, IL 60077 (Required) Work Location: In person