Financial Reporting Accountant- Chicago

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Financial Reporting Accountant

Chicago Corporate

200 W Monroe St, Suite 1500, Chicago IL 60606

Financial Reporting Accountant | Full-Time

With more than 25 years in business, The Parking Spot has grown into the largest near-airport parking company in the United States with over 2,000 valued team members across over 40 locations nationwide. We are proud to offer an Employee Ownership Program, allowing every team member the opportunity to receive a direct financial stake in The Parking Spot’s success.

As employee owners, every one of us plays a part in providing exceptional service to our guests across the country.

What makes working at The Parking Spot so special? We’ve built a culture of support, fun, and camaraderie that empowers us to be the most innovative company in the parking industry. As a nationwide business with a small business feel, there are endless opportunities within The Parking Spot to grow your career.

Come join us and see how we leverage people and technology to deliver a superior product, outshine our competition, and find creative and innovative solutions to everyday problems.

Salary Range

$85000 per year - $95000 per year

What we offer

• Participation in and financial benefit from our shared employee ownership program
• Hybrid work experience in downtown Chicago
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Ability to gain exposure to all areas of the business
• Great benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental and a 401k plan
• Annual discretionary bonus program
• Team oriented, fun and friendly work environment
• Immediate opportunity to make a large impact

Position Summary

The Parking Spot is looking for a full-time Financial Reporting Accountant with 2-3 years of experience. Public accounting background is highly preferred. This person will be responsible for providing timely, insightful, actionable, and accurate financial reporting, forecasting, analysis, and recommendations to key functional areas throughout the organization.

An integral member of the team, this person will manage analytical projects, provide accurate and timely reporting of financial data to the Controller.

The ideal candidate will be able to set up and utilize financial models as well as conduct detailed variance analysis, assist with consolidated reporting, and satisfy ad hoc reporting requests. The position also requires booking journal entries and account analysis, with an eye towards accuracy of financial information.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, with exposure to various aspects of corporate accounting as well as financial planning and analysis and provides a great environment to learn and develop.

Key Responsibilities

• Book monthly close journal entries and prepare balance sheet reconciliations (fixed assets, construction in progress, GAAP entries)
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure the proper capitalization of fixed assets in compliance with GAAP standards
• Reviewing the capital outflow and booking depreciation/amortization monthly
• Research and recommend proper GAAP treatment as issues arise
• Use Infor software to assist in the generation of key financial metrics and reports
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual financial statements and related disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Support the annual financial statement audit by preparing audit schedules, providing supporting documentation, and responding to auditor requests in a timely manner.
• Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls within the accounting function.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance
• 2-3 years of experience (Big 4/National accounting firm experience a plus)
• CPA designation or working towards CPA
• Exceptional Excel skills
• Detail oriented and focused on accuracy, with the ability to think strategically and analytically
• Experienced with financial reporting systems
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Flexibility and a customer-oriented approach
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with internal and external teammates and partners at all levels
• Ability to deliver results in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Proactive approach and consistent follow-through on assigned tasks
• Desire to learn and grow with the organization

Any disclosed pay range is based on a consideration of neutral factors and criteria such as required qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, seniority, etc.

The Parking Spot reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant a salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, or seniority.

At The Parking Spot, we don’t just accept difference - we celebrate and seek it. We believe a diverse, inclusive, and equitable company is one where all employees, partners, and customers are welcome, supported, and valued. As a company in the travel industry, we witness the power of bringing individuals from different backgrounds and communities together.

We treat all others with dignity and respect and stand firmly against racism and discrimination in any form. We intentionally develop diverse teams and relationships to ensure all voices are heard and to foster equal opportunity for all. We are committed to listening, learning, and growing because we know that our work is never done.