Ragan Communications and PR Daily is hiring a
Staff Accountant in United States

Summary

Ragan Communications is seeking a self-motivated Staff Accountant with 1-3 years of experience for a hybrid role in Chicago. The position involves month end close, AP tasks, payroll, and ad hoc projects. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of US GAAP, proficiency in Microsoft Office, excellent communication skills, organizational skills, ability to adapt to new systems, and a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience reconciling bank accounts
• Knowledge of US GAAP
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook
• A desire to take on and learn new things
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have excellent organizational skills, the ability to prioritize projects, and superior attention to detail
• A proven ability to adapt to and learn new systems
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Responsibilities

• Work with the Accounting Manager to complete the month end close
• Assist in our paperless AP system Certify and with payments in bill.com
• Manage vendor portals and invoicing in third party systems
• Post the semi-monthly payroll and associated tasks
• Review AP transactions for accuracy and correct/inquire where necessary
• Work with management to report on our external audit
• Review our processes and help automate where possible
• Help as needed with our transition to a new ERP as well as other various integrations we are working on at Ragan

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Company paid disability and life insurance
• Flexible work environment
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Learning and development
• Early Friday office close year-round