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Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for a Staff Accountant to be resident in our Chicago office.  The ideal candidate would possess excellent communication, problem solving and analytical skills and have great attention to detail.  This Staff Accountant will report to the Accounting Supervisor. This position is hybrid with a two-day in office requirement per week.

Responsibilities:

• Perform daily bank reconciliations; communicate reconciling items to responsible departments
• Review and submit journal entries for posting
• Perform reclassification requests
• Input information in the Firm's fixed assets system
• Prepare and upload Cost charges to 3E
• Maintain expense account schedules; prepare journal entries as necessary
• Perform weekly review of 3E Posting Results
• Perform monthly reconciliations; research and investigate reconciling items and propose solutions
• Perform the compilation and analysis of month-end and year-end reporting requirements
• Assist with yearly financial audit, ensure all audit schedules are accurately and timely prepared and reconciled
• Communicate with other professionals in the Firm and assist in providing information requested
• Assist with additional ad hoc requests and special projects as needed
• Maintain confidentiality and internal controls as required by Firm policies and procedures
• Meet continuing education requirements and continue expanding knowledge base through reading professional publications, attending relevant seminars, etc.
• Ensure compliance with Firm's accounting policies and practices
• Other duties as assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• 1-2 years of accounting experience
• CPA preferred
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Must be detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work overtime, as needed

Salary range for Chicago is $72,000 to $83,000 based on experience.

Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at +1 314 259 5898 or contact us at dentonsusstaffrecruitment@dentons.com.

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