Corporate Accountant

CORPORATE ACCOUNTANT | PRIVATE EQUITY | CHICAGO

We’re seeking an Accounting Associate to join a finance team supporting a global investment platform. This role offers hands-on exposure to multi-entity accounting, financial reporting, and international operations, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and emerging AI-driven technologies.

What You’ll Be Doing:

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• Support general ledger accounting across multiple domestic and international entities.
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• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close, including journal entries, accruals, prepaids, reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
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• Handle expense review, accounts payable, and accurate financial coding.
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• Prepare internal financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses.
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• Support audits, regulatory requests, tax filings, and internal control initiatives.
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• Contribute to special projects, process improvements, and opportunities to leverage AI and technology.
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What We’re Looking For:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
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• 2–5 years of corporate accounting experience, or a combination of public and corporate accounting.
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• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial close processes.
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• Experience with Sage Intacct or a similar accounting system.
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• A detail-oriented, proactive professional who takes ownership and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
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• Private equity or asset management experience is a plus.
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Why Consider This Opportunity?

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• Join a prestigious global private equity environment.
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• Gain exposure to international entities and complex accounting operations.
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• Collaborate with a talented finance team and interact with professionals across the organization.
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• Build your skill set through process improvement, technology adoption, and meaningful project work.
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