Staff Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
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  • Company Motus
  • Address 60654 Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Motus
United States

Motus is the definitive leader in mobile workforce solutions. Its platform simplifies the reimbursement and management of vehicle, device, and location costs through personalized calculations. Empower your team with a suite of fully integrated solutions that take the complexity out of compliance. Peace of mind included.

At Motus, were dedicated to making WorkLife better for everyone, anywhere. Our team is the heart of our culture, and we live by our WorkLife Pillars every day WorkHappy, WorkHealthy, WorkSmart, WorkAnywhere, and WorkTogether.

Position Description:

Motus is looking for a Staff Accountant who will be a core contributor to the general ledger accounting function. This role is vital to the month-end close process and will be expected to identify and drive operational improvements. The Staff Accountant will report to the Assistant Controller.

Position Duties:

  • Prepare month-end journal entries, schedules, and reconciliations with supporting documentation
  • Maintain and update fixed asset and intangible asset roll forward schedules
  • Own prepaid expense schedules and monthly amortization entries
  • Handle debt schedule and book entries for interest, fees, principal payments, and amortization of deferred financing costs
  • Analyze and complete semi-monthly payroll journal entries
  • Own accruals and reconciliations for bonus, commission, and employee benefit expenses
  • Monitor, analyze, and explain financial statement and general ledger account fluctuations
  • Prepare and process monthly allocation journal entries
  • Assist with the annual audit process
  • Assist in ad-hoc projects as necessary

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting
  • CPA required (or eligible to sit for the CPA exam)
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Experience with enterprise-level accounting software (preferably NetSuite), CRM (preferably Salesforce), and close management software (preferably FlowCast)
  • Ability to establish effective relationships with management and across business divisions
  • Demonstrate a high degree of accuracy
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Able to balance multiple priorities, work cross-functionally, and meet tight filing deadlines
  • Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
  • Able to work independently in a remote work environment

Where required by law, Motus provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The pay range for this role is $77,000 - $82,000. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidates relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short-and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally required benefits.

Please see below for an outline of the Motus benefits package. Motus supports both the physical and mental health of their employees.

Motus Benefits:

  • Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance (effective day one)
  • Open Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
  • Motus-Fidelity 401K Plan
  • Company-paid Short/Long-term Disability & Basic Life Insurance Plans
  • Family Planning and Parenting Support Benefits through Maven
  • Support your mental, physical, professional and financial well-being through coaching and clinical therapy with Modern Health
  • $1000 Home Office Reimbursement Program
  • $2000 Internal Referral Program
  • WorkAnywhere Reimbursement of Internet and Cellular Costs
  • 16 weeks maternity and adoption leave
  • 8 weeks paternity leave

Motus champions the power of true individuality, actively celebrating and accepting each team member. We strategically recruit and retain talent reflecting our local communities rich diversity, fostering a culture where innovation thrives. Through dynamic learning sessions, strategic training, and our lively Employee Resource Groups, we kindle substantial dialogues, continuous learning, and ensure every voice is not only heard but celebrated.

Motus, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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