Staff Accountant, Villa Park

Staff Accountant

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Prairie Capital Advisors is an employee-owned financial advisory firm that specializes in creating and executing ownership transition strategies for middle-market companies nationwide. Our core values-Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, and Passion-form the foundation of our business. As an employee-owned firm, cultural fit is extremely important to us. Many companies talk about their culture - but we believe a truly special environment is formed when you build successful people around you. When you are passionate about your work and those you work with, it shows.

Since our founding in 1996, we have led hundreds of sales, mergers, acquisitions, Employee Stock Ownership Plans ("ESOPs"), and financing transactions for our clients. Through our services, we maintain a nationally recognized level of expertise, backed by deep transaction experience, proactive thought leadership, and ongoing market research. Find out more at www.prairiecap.com.

Job Description

Our employee-owners enjoy a highly collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant
to join us in our Oakbrook Terrace, IL office. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for new project set-up, invoicing, accounts payable and receivable. The ideal candidate will be a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

What you will be doing:

Responsible for the transactions related to the Revenue Cycle. Including but not limited to Generating Customer Invoices, generating daily bank deposits of customer payments, reconciling sub-ledgers with the General Ledger, and maintaining receipts in the manual checkbook.
Responsible for the transactions related to the Disbursement Cycle. Including but not limited to entering vendor bills, generating weekly check runs of vendor and expense report checks. Reconciling sub-ledgers with the General Ledger, and maintaining disbursements in the manual checkbook.
Updating multiple databases with project and client information, including but not limited to Salesforce, KeyedIn, Sage Intacct, Worldox, and other network directories.
Supporting and backing-up staff with assigned administrative overflow and other project-based work as needed

What do we look for in candidates?

Three to five years of relevant work experience in a professional services firm supporting remote teams.
Strong attention to detail to ensure data accuracy across multiple systems.
Ability to prioritize own work with strong attention to detail while exhibiting exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; Salesforce and Sage Intacct a plus.
Ability to generate respect and trust from team members and manage through operational changes.
All applicants must be U.S. citizens or authorized green card holders not requiring visa sponsorship now, or in the future.

Pay Rate: $55,000 - $65,000

Benefits Statement:

At Prairie Capital Advisors, we believe in fostering a supportive and enriching environment that promotes the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you live a happy and healthy life inside and outside the office. Our benefits include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to meet your healthcare needs. We currently offer three different Medical plans to choose from (one PPO plan and two different HDHP with an option of contributing towards an HSA). We also offer one dental and one vision plan.
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Financial protection in case of unexpected health issues.
Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Generous Sick and Vacation Time: Ample time to rest, recharge, and spend with family and friends.
Paid Parental Leave: Support for you to bond with your new child.
Generous compensation: on top of base compensation there is also a discretionary bonus that is given based on performance
Retirement benefits: company support towards your 401K and ESOP contributions that are made in your name.

At Prairie Capital Advisors, we are committed to ensuring our employees' well-being and work-life balance. Join us and experience a workplace that values your health and happiness.

EEO Statement:

Prairie Capital Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

E-Verify Statement:

Prairie Capital Advisors participates in the federal government's E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.

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