Gallagher · 9 hours ago
Finance & Accounting Associate
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$51K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expGallagher Benefit Services is a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting. The Finance & Accounting Associate will maintain accurate financial records and provide valuable insights through data analysis to support business decisions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesInsuranceManagement ConsultingRisk Management
Responsibilities
Execute day-to-day accounting tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries, ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial data
Perform in-depth data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvements across financial and operational datasets
Assist in calculation and management of regular sales performance incentives and coordinate with payroll department on compensation-related items
Reconcile and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts to maintain precision and completeness in financial reporting
Support budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring of financial performance
Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Ensure consistent operational and financial reporting while adapting to evolving requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration)
2 years of related experience
Preferred
Understanding of GAAP, with a willingness to learn and apply key principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn new software
Experience with existing tools is a plus
Experience in data analysis and working with large datasets; data visualization experience is a plus
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program
And more...
Company
Gallagher
Gallagher is an international insurance brokerage and risk management services firm.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$9.7B2024-12-09Post Ipo Equity· $8.5B
2023-06-22Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
1984-06-29IPO
Leadership Team
Alec Herring
Area Senior Vice President
Mark Gresser
Executive Vice President
Recent News
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