Financial Analyst/Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Financial Analyst/Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Financial Analyst/Accountant Opportunity in Chicago, IL - Join Robert Half
Are you a detail-oriented financial professional with a passion for retail analytics? Robert Half is thrilled to present an exceptional Financial Analyst/Accountant role in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $105,000, comprehensive benefits, and unmatched perks like generous PTO that prioritize your work-life balance. If you're seeking a high-paying job with rapid career growth through internal promotions, this is your fast-track to success in retail finance.
About the Role
As a Financial Analyst/Accountant, you'll be the analytical powerhouse behind a dynamic retail operation. Leveraging your expertise in financial reporting, variance analysis, and retail metrics, you'll deliver actionable insights that drive profitability and informed decision-making. This role combines traditional accounting duties with advanced retail analytics, including POS data extraction, inventory management, and sales tax compliance. Working in a hybrid setup in Chicago, IL, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, enhance reporting systems, and support strategic financial planning. With Robert Half's backing, enjoy stability, growth, and benefits that set this opportunity apart from competitors.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will be diverse and impactful, focusing on core accounting functions tailored to retail:
- Prepare detailed accounting reports, itemizing transactions into advanced spreadsheets for accuracy and efficiency.
- Perform variance analysis on retail performance metrics, pinpointing trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
- Deep-dive into sales data, profit margins, and inventory levels to provide profitability-driving insights.
- Collaborate on annual budgets and financial forecasts that align seamlessly with retail objectives.
- Monitor departmental budgets, flagging variances and recommending corrective actions.
- Generate timely financial statements—balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
- Oversee general ledger activities while ensuring full GAAP compliance.
- Handle reconciliations for retail-specific accounts, including inventory and accounts payable.
- Track essential KPIs like inventory turnover, foot traffic, and average basket size using POS systems.
- Optimize accounting and reporting workflows through process improvements and system enhancements.
In addition, you'll manage critical areas like:
Accounts Receivable
- Process customer invoices, reconcile payments, and resolve billing disputes.
- Maintain records and prepare monthly AR aging reports; assist in collections.
Accounts Payable
- Process vendor invoices, reconcile payments, and manage vendor relationships.
- Generate AP reports and resolve discrepancies.
Sales Tax Compliance
- File accurate monthly/quarterly returns and maintain reconciliations.
- Stay abreast of regulations and support audits.
Required Qualifications
To excel, bring:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
- 3+ years in financial analysis/accounting, ideally in retail.
- Proficiency in GAAP, Excel, and retail POS systems.
- Strong skills in AR/AP, sales tax, budgeting, and variance analysis.
- Analytical mindset with retail operations knowledge.
- Hybrid work readiness in Chicago, IL.
Why Join Us?
This isn't just a job—it's a career accelerator. Enjoy $100K-$105K base pay, full medical/dental/vision/life/disability coverage, abundant PTO, and hybrid flexibility. Robert Half prioritizes internal promotions, offering unmatched growth in Chicago's vibrant job market. To apply, email your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m. Keywords: Financial Analyst Chicago, Retail Accountant IL, GAAP jobs, hybrid finance roles. (Word count: 728)
Locations
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
Salary
100,000 - 105,000 USD / yearly
100,000 - 105,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Variance Analysisintermediate
- Retail Analyticsintermediate
- GAAP Complianceintermediate
- Accounts Receivable Managementintermediate
- Accounts Payable Processingintermediate
- Sales Tax Preparationintermediate
- Budgeting and Forecastingintermediate
- POS Systemsintermediate
- Excel Spreadsheet Developmentintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 3+ years of experience in financial analysis or accounting, preferably in retail (experience)
- Strong understanding of retail operations and financial principles (experience)
- Proficiency in GAAP and financial reporting (experience)
- Experience with POS systems and retail metrics (inventory turnover, sales margins) (experience)
- Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and spreadsheet development (experience)
- Knowledge of accounts receivable, payable, and sales tax compliance (experience)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities (experience)
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment (experience)
Responsibilities
- Complete various accounting reports and itemize transactions into spreadsheets
- Conduct variance analysis on retail performance to identify trends and opportunities
- Analyze sales, margins, and inventory to drive profitability insights
- Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts aligned with retail goals
- Monitor retail department budgets and highlight variances
- Prepare accurate financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows
- Manage general ledger accounting and ensure GAAP compliance
- Reconcile accounts related to retail operations, inventory, and accounts payable
- Track key retail metrics such as inventory turnover, foot traffic, and basket size
- Utilize retail POS systems for data extraction and analysis
- Process and reconcile customer invoices, payments, and AR aging reports
- Handle vendor invoices, payments, and AP reports
- Prepare and file monthly/quarterly sales tax returns and maintain records
- Develop and enhance spreadsheets and reporting systems for improved efficiency
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $100,000 - $105,000
- general: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental insurance
- general: Life and disability insurance
- general: Generous PTO for excellent work-life balance
- general: Hybrid work arrangement
- general: Fast-track career advancement with promote-from-within culture
- general: Perks unmatched by competitors
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Job Description
Financial Analyst/Accountant Opportunity in Chicago, IL - Join Robert Half
Are you a detail-oriented financial professional with a passion for retail analytics? Robert Half is thrilled to present an exceptional Financial Analyst/Accountant role in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $105,000, comprehensive benefits, and unmatched perks like generous PTO that prioritize your work-life balance. If you're seeking a high-paying job with rapid career growth through internal promotions, this is your fast-track to success in retail finance.
About the Role
As a Financial Analyst/Accountant, you'll be the analytical powerhouse behind a dynamic retail operation. Leveraging your expertise in financial reporting, variance analysis, and retail metrics, you'll deliver actionable insights that drive profitability and informed decision-making. This role combines traditional accounting duties with advanced retail analytics, including POS data extraction, inventory management, and sales tax compliance. Working in a hybrid setup in Chicago, IL, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, enhance reporting systems, and support strategic financial planning. With Robert Half's backing, enjoy stability, growth, and benefits that set this opportunity apart from competitors.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will be diverse and impactful, focusing on core accounting functions tailored to retail:
- Prepare detailed accounting reports, itemizing transactions into advanced spreadsheets for accuracy and efficiency.
- Perform variance analysis on retail performance metrics, pinpointing trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
- Deep-dive into sales data, profit margins, and inventory levels to provide profitability-driving insights.
- Collaborate on annual budgets and financial forecasts that align seamlessly with retail objectives.
- Monitor departmental budgets, flagging variances and recommending corrective actions.
- Generate timely financial statements—balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
- Oversee general ledger activities while ensuring full GAAP compliance.
- Handle reconciliations for retail-specific accounts, including inventory and accounts payable.
- Track essential KPIs like inventory turnover, foot traffic, and average basket size using POS systems.
- Optimize accounting and reporting workflows through process improvements and system enhancements.
In addition, you'll manage critical areas like:
Accounts Receivable
- Process customer invoices, reconcile payments, and resolve billing disputes.
- Maintain records and prepare monthly AR aging reports; assist in collections.
Accounts Payable
- Process vendor invoices, reconcile payments, and manage vendor relationships.
- Generate AP reports and resolve discrepancies.
Sales Tax Compliance
- File accurate monthly/quarterly returns and maintain reconciliations.
- Stay abreast of regulations and support audits.
Required Qualifications
To excel, bring:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
- 3+ years in financial analysis/accounting, ideally in retail.
- Proficiency in GAAP, Excel, and retail POS systems.
- Strong skills in AR/AP, sales tax, budgeting, and variance analysis.
- Analytical mindset with retail operations knowledge.
- Hybrid work readiness in Chicago, IL.
Why Join Us?
This isn't just a job—it's a career accelerator. Enjoy $100K-$105K base pay, full medical/dental/vision/life/disability coverage, abundant PTO, and hybrid flexibility. Robert Half prioritizes internal promotions, offering unmatched growth in Chicago's vibrant job market. To apply, email your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m. Keywords: Financial Analyst Chicago, Retail Accountant IL, GAAP jobs, hybrid finance roles. (Word count: 728)
Locations
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
Salary
100,000 - 105,000 USD / yearly
100,000 - 105,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Variance Analysisintermediate
- Retail Analyticsintermediate
- GAAP Complianceintermediate
- Accounts Receivable Managementintermediate
- Accounts Payable Processingintermediate
- Sales Tax Preparationintermediate
- Budgeting and Forecastingintermediate
- POS Systemsintermediate
- Excel Spreadsheet Developmentintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 3+ years of experience in financial analysis or accounting, preferably in retail (experience)
- Strong understanding of retail operations and financial principles (experience)
- Proficiency in GAAP and financial reporting (experience)
- Experience with POS systems and retail metrics (inventory turnover, sales margins) (experience)
- Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and spreadsheet development (experience)
- Knowledge of accounts receivable, payable, and sales tax compliance (experience)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities (experience)
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment (experience)
Responsibilities
- Complete various accounting reports and itemize transactions into spreadsheets
- Conduct variance analysis on retail performance to identify trends and opportunities
- Analyze sales, margins, and inventory to drive profitability insights
- Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts aligned with retail goals
- Monitor retail department budgets and highlight variances
- Prepare accurate financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows
- Manage general ledger accounting and ensure GAAP compliance
- Reconcile accounts related to retail operations, inventory, and accounts payable
- Track key retail metrics such as inventory turnover, foot traffic, and basket size
- Utilize retail POS systems for data extraction and analysis
- Process and reconcile customer invoices, payments, and AR aging reports
- Handle vendor invoices, payments, and AP reports
- Prepare and file monthly/quarterly sales tax returns and maintain records
- Develop and enhance spreadsheets and reporting systems for improved efficiency
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $100,000 - $105,000
- general: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental insurance
- general: Life and disability insurance
- general: Generous PTO for excellent work-life balance
- general: Hybrid work arrangement
- general: Fast-track career advancement with promote-from-within culture
- general: Perks unmatched by competitors
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