Corporate Accounting Analyst

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Position Overview
The Corporate Accounting Analyst will report to the Senior Manager Corporate Accounting and will be a key member of the team. Key responsibilities include posting journal entries and preparing monthly balance sheet account analyses. This position may also assist the accounting team in other month-end activities and special projects as needed. This is a role where the individual will be expected to work independently at times as well as ensure open communication with the team for accurate and timely month-end reporting.
Schedule: Hybrid (2x per week in Schaumburg HQ)
Primary Responsibilities
The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet analysis with reconciliation to the general ledger on a monthly and quarterly basis
• Conduct an independent review of some journal entries and account analyses
• Responsible for accounting areas that may include payroll, revenue/receivables, leases, inventory, accrued liabilities, cash, and prepaid expenses
• Special projects as necessary involving accounting, analysis, reporting, or operating aspects of the company
• Ensure processes are executed in a timely and accurate manner including the monthly close account analysis
• Ensure compliance with internal controls
• Other accounting duties as assigned
Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required, CPA or progress towards CPA a plus
• 1-2 years of experience in accounting-related work (large corporation or public accounting experience a plus)
• Previous work experience in general accounting duties, account reconciliations, and general ledger
• Intermediate to advanced level experience with Microsoft Office Applications including Excel
• Ability to take ownership of assignments and be self-motivated
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure of time constraints
• Must be detail-oriented, well organized, and have the ability to prioritize work, and be able to work accurately with numbers and financial information
Paylocity is an equal opportunity employer.
Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]