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How much does an Staff Accountant I make in Chicago, IL? The average Staff Accountant I salary in Chicago, IL is $65,323 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $59,466 and $71,981. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Staff Accountant I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Staff Accountant I Salary $54,134 Chicago,IL April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Staff Accountant I Salary $59,466 Chicago,IL April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Staff Accountant I Salary $65,323 Chicago,IL April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Staff Accountant I Salary $71,981 Chicago,IL April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Staff Accountant I Salary $78,043 Chicago,IL April 24, 2024
25% $59,466 10% $54,134 90% $78,043 75% $71,981 $65,323 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

The Staff Accountant I ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Assists in maintaining financial records and ensuring that financial transactions are properly recorded. Being a Staff Accountant I assists in analyzing current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Compiles financial data to aid more senior accountants in the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. In addition, Staff Accountant I requires a bachelor's degree. May require eligibility to sit for CPA exam. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Staff Accountant I works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as a Staff Accountant I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  • We are looking for a diligent staff accountant to join our accounting department. You will be responsible for maintaining financial records, reconciliation...
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  • Job DescriptionThis role is responsible for performing a variety of accounting and financial analysis processes including, but not limited to monthly and a...
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  • Robert Half is a dynamic and rapidly growing staffing company committed to providing exceptional services to our clients. We pride ourselves on our dedicat...
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  1. This Job:

    Staff Accountant I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Financial Accountant II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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