Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate - Corporate Management Chicago, IL (Hybrid - 2 days/week in office) Full-Time | At-Will Employment Start Date: ASAP Experience: 1-2 years 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. Key Responsibilities 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., TriNet, 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 Qualifications 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