Accountant - Temporary Position - Rockford, IL

Savant Wealth Management • Rockford, IL

18d • $30 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

At Savant our Corporate Finance team keeps the engine running. This role is for someone who likes order, accuracy, and the quiet satisfaction of knowing the numbers are right because you made them right. As an Accountant, you’ll play a hands-on role in the day-to-day financial operations of the firm—especially accounts payable, cash activity, and select reporting. You’ll work closely with the Controller and Finance team, manage your own workflow, and be trusted to get things done with care and consistency. This isn’t a role where you’re micromanaged—but it is a role where details matter. What You’ll Spend Your Time Doing Your days will be a mix of routine, responsibility, and problem-solving: Recording and organizing financial transactions in line with GAAP Owning the accounts payable process—from vendor invoices and reimbursements to credit card activity and payments Creating and processing EFTs (electronic fund transfers) and electronic payments for vendors and employees Keeping accounts payable records clean, accurate, and easy to follow Preparing and posting journal entries across multiple accounts Following through on assignments and questions without things slipping through the cracks Supporting the Controller and Corporate Finance team as needs come up Jumping in on other projects when the team needs an extra set of capable hands Role Details A few important details to help set expectations up front: Location: This role is based out of our headquarters in Rockford, IL (190 Buckley Drive) Duration: 3–4 months at minimum, with the potential to become a permanent position Work Model: In-office, five days per week Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm CT Compensation: Competitive hourly rate in the range of $29.50–$40.50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For You’ll likely be a great fit if you have: An associate’s degree in accounting (or equivalent experience) 1–3 years of hands-on experience in automated accounts payable A strong eye for detail and a genuine respect for accuracy Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage deadlines without stress A self-starting mindset—you notice what needs to be done and handle it Discretion and professionalism when working with confidential information The ability to work well with others, regardless of title or role Clear written and verbal communication skills Comfortable working in Excel, Word, and Outlook Experience with accounting software—Microsoft Dynamics GP and/or QuickBooks is a plus Why This Role Matters This position supports the financial backbone of the firm. When you do your job well: Payments go out correctly and on time Records are clean and reliable The Finance team can move faster and smarter Leaders can trust the numbers in front of them It’s steady, meaningful work—and the kind that’s noticed by the people who rely on it most.

Requirements

• An associate’s degree in accounting (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of hands-on experience in automated accounts payable
• A strong eye for detail and a genuine respect for accuracy
• Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage deadlines without stress
• A self-starting mindset—you notice what needs to be done and handle it
• Discretion and professionalism when working with confidential information
• The ability to work well with others, regardless of title or role
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in Excel, Word, and Outlook

Nice To Haves

• Experience with accounting software—Microsoft Dynamics GP and/or QuickBooks is a plus

Responsibilities

• Recording and organizing financial transactions in line with GAAP
• Owning the accounts payable process—from vendor invoices and reimbursements to credit card activity and payments
• Creating and processing EFTs (electronic fund transfers) and electronic payments for vendors and employees
• Keeping accounts payable records clean, accurate, and easy to follow
• Preparing and posting journal entries across multiple accounts
• Following through on assignments and questions without things slipping through the cracks
• Supporting the Controller and Corporate Finance team as needs come up
• Jumping in on other projects when the team needs an extra set of capable hands

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees