Project Accountant Jobs in Chicago, IL

Location: Chicago

Other locations: Anywhere in Region

Salary: Competitive

Date: Feb 13, 2026

Requisition ID: 1685320

Location: Chicago, New York City, Hoboken, Charlotte, Atlanta, Phoenix, Seattle, Dallas, Miami and Washington

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US – Tax – National Tax – EDGE – GCR – Accounting Compliance & Reporting (ACR) - Tax Services Senior Analyst

EY's National Tax and EY EDGE practices are made up of teams of professionals providing specific tax technical services to US and global clients. EDGE stands for Exceptional Delivery and Growth Engine because this team operates in a technical environment with deep process and service delivery experience that distinguishes the EY organization in the marketplace.

The opportunity

Our Accounting Compliance & Reporting (ACR) practice, focusing on helping clients effectively manage global bookkeeping and finance compliance obligations proactively and responsibly in 150+ countries where EY provides ACR services. Our quality service and technical network enable you to help clients reduce inefficiencies, mitigate risk and drive process improvement within their global finance operations. We believe that by managing clients' finance functions, we can make a critical difference and you'll be at the heart of this mission.

Your key responsibilities

As a Tax Services Senior Analyst in ACR, you will help analyze specific issues in the preparation of statutory reporting, including the details of GAAP to GAAP and other adjustments, how they are calculated and how they should be rolled forward in the preparation of statutory financial statements, to help validate the accuracy and completion of the Statutory Financial statements. Capabilities include:

• Applying technical accounting knowledge to analyze account balances, reconciliations and other financial matter in the course of closing the accounts on a monthly, quarterly or annual basis, thereby validating the accuracy and completeness of the accounting, and keeping the work on schedule during the close

• Following up on the status of deliverables and analyze the issues preventing completion and working with others to problem-solve resolution to mitigate the risk of late filing and other compliance related tasks

• Executing tasks in continuous improvement projects to drive improved quality, visibility, efficiency and client experience, including analyzing current process performance and how to improve it. E.g. analyze manual journals entries to determine what could be eliminated through a change in materiality thresholds or automated through technology

• Applying judgement in the resolution of accounting or process issues

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to package analysis into presentations for internal leaders and clients to facilitate decision making, including the preparation and presentation of the statutory reporting compliance calendar and status

• Ability to use accounting knowledge and experience to interpret the handling of statutory reporting or accounting matters to develop options to resolve issues in consultation with supervisors

• Ability to use accounting knowledge and experience to escalate statutory reporting or accounting issues to management for resolution to keep service delivery on time and on quality

• Supervised by an Assistant Manager, Manager or Senior Manager

• Responsible for individuals working for them are staying on task are within budget

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other related business major or equivalent experience

• 3 – 4 years of experience

• Approved technical certification, CPA license or membership to state Bar or progress to attaining those mentioned

• Knowledge of global statutory reporting and/or bookkeeping, preferably with experience across multiple countries

• Strong analytical skills, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills; problem-solving ability and attention to details

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and IT concepts

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Ability to prioritize or request clarification on the priority of various engagement

• Ability to travel 20-30% to client locations

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Client-facing exposure in a global role

What we look for

We are seeking to identify high-potential professionals to deliver exceptional client service and enable the continued growth of our practice.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $71,000 to $117,100. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $85,100 to $133,100. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.

Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.

Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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