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Accountant jobs in Chicago, IL
Accountants record and interpret a company's financial activity. They prepare statements, reconcile accounts, close the books each month, and keep reporting in line with GAAP and tax requirements.
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LaSalle Network is hiring for a Staff Accountant with a consumer products and e-commerce-leading company known for building and scaling innovative home brands across multiple sales channels. Our client is a dynamic, grow…
$25 - $30 per hour
Remote Revenue Accountant Compensation: $55,000–$65,000 Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit Location: Remote (CST or EST preferred) Work Model: Fully Remote About…
$45 - $50 per hour
Job Description Job Description Position: Financial Reporting & Accounting Analyst Pay: $45-50/hour Benefits: This position is eligible for Medical, dental, vision, 401k Job Description: The Financial Reporting & Account…
$34 - $36 per hour
Additional Life Insurance •401(k) Match and Pension • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Parental Leave Payroll Administrator/Staff Accountant Department: Accountant FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Accounting Manager Location: Corpor…
$65k - $70k
Accountant About Us: Our client is a Chicago based restaurant group. The group operates multiple acclaimed restaurants that have earned national recognition. Their concepts are built on honest cooking, genuine hospitalit…
$60k - $65k
Position: Staff Accountant Reports to: Controller Location: Chicago, IL Organization Background: The Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (PBMR) mission is: Rooted in the spirituality of the Precious Blood, we resto…
$65k - $75k
The Staff Accountant or Accounting Analyst plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards within a fast-paced tech-enabled m…
$75k - $80k
Added - 3 hours ago 38998 | Staff Accountant Accounting/Finance Chicago, Illinois | Direct Hire Job Description Job Title: Staff Accountant Location: Chicago, IL Pay Range: $75-80k Benefits: Health, dental, and vision in…
$50k - $60k
Join Our Finance Team at LTP - Financial Accountant LTP is seeking a Financial Accountant to record and monitor the financial assets and liabilities of the organization, ensure the timely processing of payables, assist w…
$65k - $100k
Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm. Firm currently is operating at a ratio of 60% Tax, 30% writ…
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What accountants earn in Chicago
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $28–$37 | $59k–$76k |
| Mid level | $37–$50 | $76k–$103k |
| Senior | $47–$65 | $97k–$135k |
Adjusted for the Chicago market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
GAAPGeneral ledger accountingMonth-end closeAccount reconciliationExcel (pivot tables, lookups)QuickBooks or NetSuiteFinancial statement preparationAccruals and journal entriesAttention to detail
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your month-end close process.
Describe the sequence you own — accruals, reconciliations, review, reporting — and your typical close timeline. Mention anything you did to shorten or clean it up.
How do you handle a reconciliation that will not balance?
Show a methodical approach: isolate the period, check common culprits like timing and duplicates, and document the resolution rather than plugging the difference.
Explain the difference between accrual and cash basis accounting.
Give the textbook distinction, then a quick example of how the same transaction lands differently under each. Keep it crisp.
Tell me about a time you found an error in the books.
Explain how you spotted it, quantified the impact, corrected it with proper entries, and what control you suggested so it would not recur.
What accounting systems have you worked in?
Name the systems and what you did in them — entries, reports, closes — not just exposure. Mention any migration or implementation experience.
How do you stay current with accounting standards?
Cite concrete habits: CPE courses, firm updates, or following FASB changes relevant to your industry. One recent standard you adapted to makes it credible.
How do you handle pressure during close or audit season?
Talk about preparation and checklists rather than heroics: reconciling throughout the month and keeping schedules audit-ready reduces the crunch.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For accountants specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the scope of the books you managed: revenue size, entity count, or number of accounts reconciled monthly.
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Quantify close improvements, such as reducing close from ten days to six.
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Name your systems and Excel depth specifically; 'QuickBooks, NetSuite, pivot tables, XLOOKUP' beats 'proficient in Excel'.
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List CPA status or progress prominently, including exams passed if you are mid-license.
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Include one audit interaction, such as preparing PBC schedules with no material adjustments.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Staff Accountant
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Senior Accountant
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Accounting Manager
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Controller
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