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Treasury AnalystLocation: Downtown Chicago, ILWork Arrangement: HybridA fast-growing, well-capitalized organization in the energy sector is seeking a Treasury Analyst to join its Chicago-based finance team. The company has grown through an active acquisition strategy and operates across multiple locations throughout the U.S.This is an opportunity to join a growing organization with a collaborative finance team and strong long-term growth trajectory.The Treasury Analyst will support cash accounting, bank reconciliations, month-end close, and day-to-day treasury operations, with primary responsibility for bank reconciliations and cash-related close activities.Working closely with the Treasury leadership team, this role will provide hands-on exposure to cash positioning, liquidity management, forecasting, banking activities, and treasury process improvement. It is well suited for an accounting professional looking to transition into a broader treasury-focused career.What You’ll DoCash Accounting & Month-End ClosePrepare journal entries related to cash, bank activity, intercompany cash movements, and other treasury-related transactions.Support payroll-related month-end activities, including accruals, reclassifications, and benefit funding entries.Complete month-end close activities for cash and treasury-related accounts.Prepare bank and cash account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.Investigate unusual cash transactions, timing differences, and unreconciled items.Ensure cash-related transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.Treasury OperationsMonitor daily bank activity and support reporting of cash balances and cash movements.Assist with daily cash reporting and treasury activities across bank accounts and banking platforms.Support bank account administration and treasury documentation.Assist with treasury controls related to cash movement, banking access, and payment oversight.Support audit requests and documentation related to cash and treasury processes.Treasury DevelopmentPartner with Treasury leadership to gain exposure to cash positioning, forecasting, liquidity management, and broader treasury operations.Assist with treasury reporting, variance analysis, and special projects.Participate in process improvement initiatives focused on cash visibility, controls, and efficiency.Develop cross-functional knowledge by partnering with FP&A, Accounting, AP, Payroll, and Operations.What You’ll BringBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.2–5 years of experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, or a related finance role.Experience with journal entries, bank reconciliations, and month-end close.Strong understanding of cash activity and balance sheet reconciliation processes.Experience working in an ERP environment.Strong Excel skills.Strong attention to detail and ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies.Genuine interest in developing a career in Treasury.PreferredExperience with cash accounting or treasury-related accounts.Exposure to bank activity, cash reporting, or treasury operations.Experience working in a multi-entity or multi-location environment.Familiarity with banking portals, treasury reporting, or cash forecasting.

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