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Groupon

Location:
United States, Chicago

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

50925.00 - 67900.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

As an Operational SG&A Staff Accountant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the accurate recording, analysis, and reporting of Selling, General & Administrative (SG&A) expenses. This role is essential for supporting month-end close activities, ensuring compliance with GAAP, assisting with process improvements, and partnering with business units to streamline financial reporting. If you’re detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced, SOX-compliant environment, and enjoy working cross-functionally — this role is for you!

Job Responsibility:

Prepare and record journal entries related to SG&A expenses (e.g., software subscriptions, facilities, consulting fees)
Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities
Assist in preparing internal reports and analysis for management and external auditors
Monitor and analyze SG&A expense fluctuations through variance analysis
Partner with department leaders to provide financial insights and improve expense tracking
Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls (SOX)
Support external audits and quarterly SEC reporting needs as applicable

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
1–3 years of relevant accounting experience (preferably at a US GAAP publicly traded company)
Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite), Excel/Google Sheets, and Alteryx
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and communication skills

Nice to have:

You take ownership of your work and deliver results with precision and integrity
You’re adaptable—able to balance structure with creativity in a fast-moving environment
You seek to make processes better, not just compliant
You bring curiosity, collaboration, and humility to every project

What we offer:

Medical, dental, vision, EAP, 401(k) match, ESPP, life and disability insurance, FSAs
Work with a fun, diverse, and international team
Be part of a company where innovation is encouraged and impact is real
Enjoy a flexible, hybrid work model (2 days in-office)
Grow your career with ongoing learning, mentorship, and collaboration

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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