Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Location: Schaumburg, IL (On-site)

About Us

At Aptaero, we specialize in SaaS solutions that empower our clients in the airline and airport operations industry. Our goal is to deliver cutting-edge tools and support that streamline operations and improve efficiency across the board. Join a collaborative team that values innovation, customer success, and operational excellence.

Position Overview

We are seeking a full-time Staff Accountant to join Aptaero. This role combines multiple areas of accounting, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will handle accounts payable processes, accounts receivable, sales tax compliance and assist with month end close and financial reporting and ad hoc projects.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable:

• Processes, codes, and enters vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Reviews and reconciles vendor statements to ensure account accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborates with internal departments and vendors to address inquiries and support expense management.
• Make appropriate month end close accruals

Accounts Receivable:

• Draft monthly transactional and subscription invoices.
• Record customer payments and maintain timely collections.

Sales Tax Compliance:

• Assist in filing monthly and annual sales tax returns in various states.

Month End Close:

• Reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts and solve any variances
• Make appropriate month end close entries for various accounts

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 3-5 years of proven accounting experience, preferably in SaaS or tech industries and has worked in a fast-paced environment.

• Technical Aptitude: Proficiency in accounting software tools (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero, Rippling, Causal) and advanced excel knowledge.

• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies with attention to detail.

• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication for effective collaboration with team members and clients.

• Organizational Skills: Exceptional ability to prioritize, multitask, and maintain accurate financial records.

• Education: B.A in Accounting

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Quickbooks, Yooz, Clickup, and ConnectWise

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation package: Base Salary up to $75,000 (DOE), plus bonus and 401K option
• Generous PTO
• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, etc.)
• Team culture and events

Join Us!

If you’re a technical problem-solver with a passion for customer success, client advocacy, and operational excellence, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that is reshaping the future of airline operations.