Job title: Staff Accountant
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable
Job ID: 32336

Job Description

Staff Accountant - Schaumburg

Salary: Up to $100K with discretionary bonus opportunity

Location: On-site (100%)

Are you a proactive and driven accounting professional looking for a unique opportunity to shape and lead the finance and accounting department of a rapidly growing startup? If you're ready to take on a pivotal role with the potential for significant career advancement, we want to hear from you!

About Us:

We are a $3 million startup with a bold vision to grow to $300 million in the next 5 years. As an integral part of our organization, you will be a key player in achieving this remarkable goal. Our commitment to personal development means you'll have access to all-expense-paid business trips throughout the year, and you'll be working in a positive, energetic, and motivated environment with a fantastic team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Founding Financial Guru: You will establish and manage the entire accounting and finance process, including A/P, A/R, payroll, month-end and year-end close.

  • Financial Analysis: Prepare and analyze financial statements, assist with tax returns, and handle cash flow projections and performance projections.

  • Team Builder: As we grow, you'll have the opportunity to hire and manage additional accounting and finance staff.

  • Strategic Partner: Collaborate with the CEO and other stakeholders for strategic planning and forecasting of the business.

Qualifications:

  • Educational Background: A degree in Accounting is required; CPA is highly preferred.

  • Experience: 2+ years in accounting and finance would be ideal.

  • Leadership Skills: You should have the ability to make presentations to the CEO, offer strategic advice, and manage others as the business expands.

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables and VLOOKUPs) are highly preferred.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary, discretionary bonuses, and excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

  • Tremendous growth opportunities, including the potential to step into the CFO role as our organization expands.

  • An inspiring, healthy, and positive work environment with motivated colleagues who are fun to work with.

Join Us:

If you're ready to embark on this exciting journey and shape your career within a high-growth organization, we encourage you to apply. Be part of the team that's propelling our vision from $3 million to $300 million in just 5 years!