Staff Accountant
East Lake Management
Chicago, IL · Posted November 2, 2026
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November 2026
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Pay compared with the market
This listing does not state pay. Across 337 open staff accountant listings that state pay, the middle half runs $65,000 to $80,000 and the median is $70,000.
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About the job
...Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this key position focuses on supporting the financial reporting and close processes, including general ledger and bank reconciliations. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting monthly close, journal entry preparation...