Czarnowski Collective · 1 day ago
Staff Accountant
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expCzarnowski Collective is a creative studio that specializes in exhibits and events, and they are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their corporate finance team. The role involves cash applications, tax compliance, and general ledger accounting while collaborating with various internal teams and supporting audits.
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Responsibilities
Process and apply customer payments, research and resolve discrepancies, and ensure accuracy of cash applications
Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations
Post journal entries and assist with month-end close
Collaborate with cross-functional departments (Accounts Payable, Billing, Payroll, Purchasing, ERP) to support financial operations
Coordinate with the third-party tax firm by compiling data and documentation for sales & use tax, Canadian VAT, real estate, and personal property tax filings
Support annual tax and financial audits by preparing schedules (PBCs) and responding to auditor requests
Participate in ad-hoc projects, analysis, and process improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required
3–5 years of general ledger accounting experience, including reconciliations
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills; experience with various ERP systems
Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently and suggest process improvements
Excellent time management, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
Preferred
Tax compliance experience (sales & use, VAT, real estate, personal property) strongly preferred
Background in project-based accounting is a plus
Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective within 30 days (or less) of your start date
401K matching with no vesting period (you are fully vested as of day 1)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Collaborative Work Environment
Company
Czarnowski Collective
Czarnowski Collective unites four specialized studios to deliver brand-defining experiences, built with wonder.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Eric Wolfram
Chief Information Officer
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