Accountant

Asahi Kasei•Glenview, IL

46d•$75,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Accountant to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys variety in their work, and wants to build a long‑term career in a supportive and balanced environment. You will be responsible for the timely review and entry of employee expenses, reconciliation of inventory, timely payment of vendor invoices, participation in the monthly and quarterly closing processes, and other projects as assigned. If you’re looking for a place that feels like a breath of fresh air—where your contributions matter and your development is encouraged—this is the role for you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
1-2 years’ experience performing accounting work
Exceptional integrity, professionalism, detail-orientation, and organization
Familiarity with both small and large company processes
Experience with ERP systems – Microsoft Business Central is a plus
High Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, and Outlook

Nice To Haves

CPA study or aspiration desired
Familiarity with manufacturing businesses a plus
Familiarity with Microsoft PowerBI a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and enter various journal entries
Reconcile and analyze general ledger accounts
Reconcile inventory monthly
Manage service contracts and warranty contracts, post related journal entries
Prepare reports required for monthly and quarterly financial statements
Gather worked hours from Workday, review for accuracy, and import to ERP
Reconcile monthly sales tax
Reconcile AR/AP/Credit Card accounts and subledgers monthly
Review the fixed and intangible asset sub ledger
Participate in audits and physical inventories
Investigate questionable data and recommend actions to resolve discrepancies
File/scan documents on as-needed basis
Special projects and other duties as needed
Review employee expenses reports for accuracy and compliance
Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve A/P issues by working with other departments and the vendor
Enter invoices in ERP system (MS Business Central) and/or generate weekly payment runs, as backup
Obtain W-9s from new vendors and follow vendor set up procedure
Prepare annual 1099s issued to appropriate vendors
Enter expenses for German wholly owned subsidiary and affiliate company (EUR)
Self-assess use tax when applicable
Assist with value-added tax (VAT) reporting
Review Sales Orders for accuracy
Add new customers to ERP system, after credit approval by VP of Finance
Assist in the preparation of customer invoices
Track aging and make collection calls/follow-ups as needed
Apply customer payments to appropriate account
Escalate problems as needed
Assist in annual preparation of company Budget
Supports development of junior staff or interns
Other projects as assigned