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Staff Accountant, Corporate Accounting

SP Plus Corporation
CHICAGO, IL, US
Full-time

Overview

SP+ is driven by Our Promise, Making Every Moment Matter for a World on the Go. Our team understands that time is scarce, so we are intentional about putting ourselves in the shoes of those we serve.

The result is a unique combination of talented people and industry-leading technology that enables SP+ to prioritize each and every moment, recognizing that the time colleagues, clients and customers invest in us must always matter.

What we offer

  • Health Insurance, Vision, and Dental
  • 401(K) Match Program with immediate match
  • Hybrid working model
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Life Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid time off, including vacation, mental health, sick and holidays
  • PayActiv - On-demand pay for the money you have already earned.
  • Fantastic opportunities for career growth
  • Hybrid working model
  • A knowledgeable, high-achieving, experienced team
  • Learning opportunities through our internal training program, SP+ University
  • A diverse company that cares about inclusion, innovation and the environment. Visit to learn more
  • A free and confidential employee assistance program (EAP) that provides support and resources to employees and their families 24 / 7

Responsibilities

What you'll do

  • Participate in the monthly close (preparation of journal entries, general ledger reconciliations and transaction / account analysis)
  • Participate in reporting packages (roll-forwards, P&L fluctuation analysis and balance sheet analysis)
  • Prepare and analyze various ad-hoc reports on an on-demand basis
  • Ensure accurate financial records by reconciling and resolving issues of respective general ledger and sub-ledger activity in a timely manner
  • Prepare and input journal entries provided by corporate accounting group and other departments, including obtaining appropriate approvals
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with internal control process
  • Work with the business operations and consolidate support office entries; ensure entries are being received and recorded accurately and timely
  • Work closely with other support office departments, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and treasury, on requests and assistance during the month end close
  • Assist in the annual audit preparation, communicate with external and internal auditors and provide documentation as needed
  • Assist and take charge of various special projects and see them to completion
  • Assist in evaluating revenue adjustments and facilitate the monthly revenue close process
  • Assist in preparing bank reconciliations within the Company’s Blackline system
  • Work with business operations to ensure revenue is recorded properly at specific locations

Qualifications

What you need

  • Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting
  • Prior public accounting experience preferred
  • Prior internship experience preferred
  • Minimum GPA of 3.3 / 4.0
  • CPA or CPA candidate preferred
  • Strong demonstrated analytical skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize various tasks and / or projects
  • Team-oriented and willing to assist other team members with daily tasks
  • Desire to succeed in a fast-paced, multi-project environment
  • General ledger and journal entry experience
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Strong organization skills
  • Experience with Blackline Cash Matching and Reconciliations, highly preferred
  • Goal-oriented with ambition to move up and grow professionally within the company

SP+ is an equal opportunity employer committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, disability or other classes protected by federal or state law.

SP+ does not tolerate harassment or retaliation against any employee or applicant based on these characteristics or because the individual exercised their EEO rights.

Location

US-IL-CHICAGO

30+ days ago
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