Accounting Associate

Finance & Accounting Associate | Downtown Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

A growing, mission-driven professional services firm in Chicago is looking for a Finance & Accounting Associate to join their team. This organization serves as the operational backbone for some of the country's most innovative nonprofits — handling the behind-the-scenes finance, HR, and administrative functions so their clients can stay focused on making an impact. Think of it as working for a firm where your accounting work directly fuels meaningful work happening across the country.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their career who wants broad, hands-on exposure to the full accounting cycle — or for a more experienced professional ready to take ownership in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You'll work across multiple client organizations, touching everything from daily reconciliations and journal entries to month-end close and audit support.

What you'll be doing:

• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Monitoring and coding expenses through the Ramp platform
• Maintaining financial records and ensuring compliance with policies
• Managing expense reimbursements and 1099 reporting
• Supporting month-end close and audit requests
• Creating and maintaining cash flow files for clients
• Assisting with special projects as needed

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• 0-3 years of accounting experience; accounts payable background a plus
• Strong Excel skills; NetSuite experience a plus
• Detail-oriented, organized, and a strong communicator
• Someone who takes ownership, learns quickly, and thrives in a collaborative environment

The role is based in their Chicago office with a hybrid schedule requiring a minimum of 3 days in-office per week. If you're someone who wants your accounting skills to matter beyond the balance sheet, this one is worth a look.