Staff Accountant

Imperial Group is a family-owned holding company that owns and operates 16 industrial businesses primarily located in the Midwest. The group has recently modernized its office design, branding, and overall strategy, making it look and feel like a start-up; while its companies have the reputation and revenue of well-established businesses. Located in Chicago’s historic but up-and-coming West Town neighborhood, our office is near popular restaurants and a block away from Goose Island Brewery’s tap room/brewery.

At Imperial Group, you’ll come to work every day knowing your skills are valued, your contributions are significant, and your opinions are heard. You’ll never lack inspiration with your modern atmosphere, motivated team, and meaningful work. As our new Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for completing finance and accounting functions for a few of our entities. Our companies are currently experiencing rapid growth, so your workload will keep you occupied but not overwhelmed. 

Key Responsibilities: 

·  Prepare accounting related entries to registers, journals, and logs

·  Support accounts payable activities to ensure accuracy and timeliness of invoice creation

·  Regularly maintain detailed reconciliations

·  Assist in preparing budgets, financial reports, tax returns, month-end and year-end closes

·  Develop and analyze accounting procedures; recommend changes

·  Accomplish department and organization mission by completing related tasks as needed

·  Bachelor’s degree

·  Prior finance or accounting experience (may include internships)

·  Understands core accounting concepts

·  Ability to multitask and work under time restraints

·  Organized and detail-oriented

·  Willingness to learn

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.