Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Staff Accountant (Part-Time, Contract)

Employment Type: Contract/Temporary (2–3 months) with potential for extension or conversion to full-time Schedule: 8–16 hours per week with flexible days and times (hours may increase slightly as needed) Location: Remote following a brief onboarding and training period

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a dynamic retail organization. This part-time contract role is ideal for a motivated accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, adapts quickly to new systems, and brings a collaborative, service-driven mindset. You will play a key role in daily cash activities, reconciliations, month-end close, and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Post daily cash transactions and prepare related journal entries
• Perform daily bank and cash reconciliations; research and resolve discrepancies
• Support the Accounting Manager with weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers
• Investigate and clear exceptions, including duplicate or unmatched entries
• Assist with general ledger account reconciliations (cash, AR/AP, accrued expenses, inventory-related accounts)
• Prepare routine journal entries and support month-end close documentation and checklists
• Provide ad hoc support to the Controller, Finance leadership, and cross-functional partners
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal control standards
• Participate in small projects aimed at improving and streamlining accounting processes

Required Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of relevant accounting experience (Staff Accountant or equivalent)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to quickly learn new ERPs and financial systems (e.g., SAP, JD Edwards, NetSuite, Infor, Epicor, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
• Proven ability to handle sensitive financial information with confidentiality

Hours & Contract Details

• 8–16 hours per week with flexible scheduling; hours may increase during month-end or project needs
• Initial contract duration of 2–3 months, with potential to extend or convert to a permanent full-time role based on performance and business needs

Compensation & Benefits

Our associates enjoy access to a comprehensive and flexible benefits package, which may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Eligible associates may also receive paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave, holiday pay where applicable, and any other paid leave required by federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer | Veterans | Individuals with Disabilities Military-connected talent is strongly encouraged to apply.