Financial Analyst - GL Management (Administrative)
Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $62 billion in assets whose common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market. Guided by its “Different Approach, Better Results” philosophy, Wintrust offers the sophisticated resources of a large bank while providing a community banking experience to each customer. Wintrust operates more than 200 retail banking locations through 16 community bank subsidiaries in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market areas. In addition, Wintrust operates various non-bank business units, providing residential mortgage origination, wealth management, commercial and life insurance premium financing, short-term accounts receivable financing/outsourced administrative services to the temporary staffing services industry, and qualified intermediary services for tax-deferred exchanges. Our unique business model is a competitive strength and value driver, powered by our talented colleagues who put our customers first and achieve better results for our clients.
Why join us?
An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 11 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years).
Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligible.
Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few.
Family-friendly work hours.
With 200+ community bank locations, we offer opportunities to grow and develop in your career.
Promote from within culture.
Why join this team?
We have a vibrant and team-oriented atmosphere that provides significant opportunities for individual growth.
Our team is in a unique position which allows us to collaborate with multiple other departments and have exposure to executive management.
We are seeking a crucial thinker who's willing to learn and not afraid of taking on new initiatives.
What you'll do
This entry level position within the Corporate Controller's Group is central in further developing and maintaining the general ledger for the entire Company during daily, monthly, quarterly and annual accounting and reporting activities.
This position will be a dedicated resource responsible for processing intercompany settlements, general ledger transactions and will require problem solving while following established internal financial controls and ensuring consistency of GL financial data by analyzing and interpreting transactions recorded to the GL.
This position is currently hybrid, working 3 days a week in the Rosemont office. For month end close, 4 days a week in the office may be required. Please note: The new hire will be in the office 5 days a week during the initial training phase.
Qualifications
1-3 years of accounting experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Proficient with Excel.
Workday experience would be a plus.
Benefits
Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance
Compensation
The estimated salary range for this role is $50,000-$65,000, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate's qualifications, skills and experience.
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From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To be Chicago's Bank® and Wisconsin's Bank®, we need to reflect that diversity both in all the communities we serve, the people we employ, the organizations we work with, and our banking and lending practices. Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
