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Financial Analyst/Accountant

  • Chicago, IL, United States

$100,000 to $105,000 USD / year

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$100,000 to $105,000 USD / year
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The salary range for this position is $100,000-$105,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will leverage their analytical expertise and retail knowledge to provide actionable insights, manage financial reporting, and support business decision-making. This role requires a strong understanding of retail operations, financial planning, and accounting principles used in the retail industry.

  • Complete various reports for accounting; itemize transactions on various reports into spreadsheets.
  • Conduct variance analysis on retail performance, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Analyze sales, margins, and inventory to provide insights that drive profitability
  • Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts, aligning with retail goals.
  • Monitor retail department budgets to ensure adherence and highlight variances
  • Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Manage general ledger accounting and ensure compliance with GAAP
  • Reconcile accounts related to retail operations, including inventory and accounts payable.
  • Track and analyze key retail metrics such as inventory turnover, foot traffic, and basket size.
  • Utilize retail POS systems to extract and analyze data.
  • Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting and reporting processes.
  • Enhance retail reporting systems to improve data visibility for stakeholders
  • Accounts Receivable:
  • - Process and reconcile all customer invoices and payments.
  • - Research and resolve customer billing inquiries and disputes.
  • - Maintain accurate customer account records.
  • - Prepare and analyze monthly accounts receivable aging reports.
  • - Assist in the collection of outstanding debts.
  • Accounts Payable:
  • - Process and reconcile vendor invoices and payments.
  • - Maintain accurate vendor records.
  • - Prepare and analyze monthly accounts payable reports.
  • - Research and resolve vendor payment discrepancies.
  • - Assist with vendor relations.
  • Sales Tax:
  • - Prepare and file monthly/quarterly sales tax returns accurately and on time.
  • - Maintain accurate sales tax records and reconciliations.
  • - Research and stay updated on sales tax laws and regulations.
  • - Assist with audits and tax examinations.
  • Developing spreadsheet.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, able to present complex data.
  • Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Team player with the ability to collaborate across departments.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Project management skills

To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m.

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Skills

  • Financial reporting
  • Decision making
  • Retail operations
  • Financial planning
  • Sales
  • Financial statements
  • General ledger
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Accounts payable
  • Point of sale
  • Reporting
  • Accounts receivable
  • Research
  • Account reconciliation
  • Problem solving
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Project management

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