Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate – Corporate Management

📍 Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 2 days/week in office)

An international consulting organization supporting small and mid-sized companies and startups is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join its Chicago-based Corporate Management team.

This team provides financial and administrative services to international clients operating U.S. subsidiaries, including accounting, financial reporting, tax coordination, payroll, HR administration, and operational advisory support.

• Maintain bookkeeping and general ledger for a portfolio of clients
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable; monitor cash flow needs
• Set up payroll accounts and coordinate payroll with third-party providers (e.g., Tri Net, Paychex)
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual closings (reconciliations, journal entries, accruals)
• Interact with federal, state, and local agencies for tax and registration purposes
• Support clients and internal team members with administrative tasks
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple U.S. offices on financial reporting, onboarding, and new client setup
• Coordinate with external partners including lawyers, CPAs, banks, payroll processors, and other service providers

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred
• 1–2 years of professional accounting experience
• Experience in an accounting firm is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Hands‑on attitude with the ability to multitask
• Comfortable handling a broad range of assignments, from bookkeeping to value‑added consulting support
• Strong organizational and communication skills