Staff Accountant III

TransChicago Truck Group•Elmhurst, IL

3d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

At TransChicago Truck Group, we keep the trucks and people that power our economy rolling. We’re a full-service commercial truck dealership representing Freightliner and Western Star by providing sales, service, and parts for the trucks that keep goods on the road. We’re a family-owned, fast-growing dealership group that values curiosity, teamwork, and growth. If you’re the kind of person who likes to learn by doing and see the impact of your work every day, you’ve found the right spot. We’re looking for a Staff Accountant III to support accurate financial reporting and efficient day-to-day accounting operations. In this role, you’ll handle advanced general ledger work, account and bank reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting support, and month-end and year-end close activities. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, excellent attention to detail, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to analyze discrepancies and resolve issues independently. This role will be on-site at our Elmhurst location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
Minimum of 3–5 years of accounting or general ledger experience required
Strong understanding of month-end close and account reconciliation processes
Experience preparing journal entries and maintaining supporting schedules
Microsoft Office proficiency required, with strong Excel skills preferred
Ability to analyze data, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues independently
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Assist the CFO and Controller in ensuring all accounts are current, accurate, and properly reconciled
Participate in the month-end and year-end close process, including preparation and review of journal entries and supporting schedules
Prepare and maintain prepaid expense schedules and related amortization entries
Prepare and reconcile commission calculations and supporting documentation prior to payroll processing, while working closely with the Sales department to review discrepancies, validate adjustments, and ensure accuracy
Reconcile complex general ledger accounts and investigate variances as needed
Compile information and prepare financial reports as requested
Prepare various daily/monthly/annual journal entries and general ledger schedules
Assist with annual review/audit requests and preparation of supporting documentation
Crosstrain and provide support within AR, AP, Truck Billing, and General Accounting functions as needed
Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency within accounting functions
Provide guidance and support to less experienced accounting staff as needed
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned