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Staff Accountant

SERVPRO
Chicago, IL
Full-time

About the Job

As a staff accountant, you'll be responsible for helping create financial records, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial reports.

Currently, there are 14 franchises that must be reported financially on a monthly basis. Your duties may include processing transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and collaborating with other departments.

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for tasks like budgeting, forecasting, and identifying financial trends.

Additionally, you may be involved in audits and tax preparation. Effective communication and proficiency in accounting software are key to success in this role.

Benefits :

  • Competitive compensation
  • Paid Training
  • Uniforms Provided
  • Equipment Provided
  • Superior benefits
  • Professional development
  • And more!

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing balance sheet and income statement analyses and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll.
  • Assisting in the month-end close and performing journal entries needed to close out the books.
  • Applying financial, accounting, and control policies for consistent practice / application of GAAP across the company.
  • Assisting in the process development of project / job costing throughout the various franchises.
  • Helping with the implementation, maintenance, and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP.
  • Monitor the fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation working with the production team to maintain.
  • Preparing and booking all payroll entries; plus, will be needed to help in the process of changing payroll software first quarter of 2024.
  • Helping to support others on the Accounting / Finance team as needed in AR, AP, and project tracking.
  • Participating in streamlining / automating processes and procedures and various initiatives spanning across all franchises.

Position Requirements

  • 3+ years as a Staff Accountant required
  • 2+ years with journal entries & month-end close required
  • Franchise accounting experience (preferred)
  • Proficiency in spreadsheets and databases
  • Thorough knowledge and demonstrated skills in accounting and financial policies, procedures, and reporting
  • Experience working in a changing and dynamic environment (preferred)
  • BS in Accounting or Finance (preferred)
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Quickbooks Online, Sage, or other)
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Each SERVPRO® Franchise is Independently Owned and Operated. All employees of a SERVPRO Franchise are hired by, employed by, and under the sole supervision and control of an independently owned and operated Servpro Franchise.

Servpro Franchise employees are not employed by, jointly employed by, agents of or under the supervision or control of Servpro Industries, LLC or Servpro Franchisor, LLC (the Franchisor), in any manner whatsoever.

All Sample Forms provided by Servpro Industries to Servpro Franchises should be reviewed and approved by the Franchise’s attorney for compliance with Federal, State and Local laws.

All Sample Forms are provided for informational purposes and Servpro Franchises may choose whether or not to use them.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Picture yourself here fulfilling your potential.

At SERVPRO®, you can make a positive difference in people’s lives each and every day! We’re seeking self-motivated, proactive, responsible, and service-oriented teammates to join us in our mission of helping customers in their greatest moments of need by repairing and restoring homes and businesses with an industry-leading level of service.

With nearly 2,000 franchises all over the country, finding exciting and rewarding SERVPRO® career opportunities near you is easy! We look forward to hearing from you.

All employees of a SERVPRO® Franchise are hired by, employed by, and under the sole supervision and control of an independently owned and operated SERVPRO® Franchise.

SERVPRO® Franchise employees are not employed by, jointly employed by, agents of, or under the supervision or control of Servpro Franchisor, LLC, in any manner whatsoever.

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