Entry Level Staff Accountant

Company: Aerotek
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

This is a true Entry Level position requiring no experience, but candidate MUST have a Bachelor's Degree in AccountingWhy Work Here?

• Great opportunity to get your foot in the door with a Fortune 200, Leading Global Real Estate Company
• This company has 85,000 employees globally (more opportunity to transition into other departments across the company!)
• Work in a shared services accounting center with 200+ accounting professionals great opportunity for networking
• $55K- $60k salary once hired permanently after the end of the initial contract period
• Unlimited growth potential including into supervisory roles
• Expected to be in office for the first week of training for hands on help, then will be able to work remotely some days
• National corporate headquarter office is located in downtown Chicago
• This position sits out of the Property Management headquarters in Westmont, IL
• Environment is business casual
• State of the art, new office includes a free caf, nap pods, treadmill desks, yoga studios with on-demand classes, among other amenitiesJob Description
  • This is an entry level position requiring a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, but no previous work experience located in Westmont, IL
  • Prepare financial statements for a portfolio of properties, including General Ledger month-end close, actual to budget variance review, and audits
  • Prepare timely and accurate monthly property financial statements for 2-3 properties
  • Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and approve invoices
  • Prepare additional schedules, which are required to support account balances or are specifically required by owners
  • Submit financial statements and work papers in reviewable form (including documentation) and within the proper time frame for review
  • Responsible for cash management of assigned properties
  • Insure all bank statements are reconciled on a timely basis and follow-up on all outstanding checks and reconciling items monthly
  • Maintain a working knowledge of mortgage agreements and management agreements for assigned properties
  • Assist property manager in responding to tenant and owner requests for financial informationQualifications
    • MUST have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
    • Proficiency in Excel (including pivot tables and v-looks ups)
    • Eager to learn and growAbout Aston Carter: At Aston Carter, were dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless.Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address todays workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please call 888-237-6835 or email for other accommodation options. However, if you have questions about this position, please contact the Recruiter located at the bottom of the job posting. The Recruiter is the sole point of contact for questions about this position.

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