Staff Accountant

Available Positions•Downers Grove, IL

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

Join UGN: A Thriving Team, A Rewarding Career At UGN, what truly sets us apart as a great place to work is our culture, which we call The UGN Way. The UGN Way is grounded in our commitment to our values of Respect, Trust, and Communication. We are an agile organization of empowered Team Members working together to create outstanding results. We are proud of the success we achieve by collaborating exceptionally well, caring for one another, and holding ourselves and each other accountable to high standards. Why Join UGN? Be part of a recognized industry leader with a proven track record of success. Thrive in a workplace that prioritizes Team Member satisfaction and professional growth. Contribute to a culture grounded in values that foster collaboration and innovation. Make an impact both professionally and in the community. At UGN, you’re not just joining a company – you’re joining a team that’s committed to excellence, empowerment, and making every Team Member feel valued. Explore the UGN Way today, and let’s create the future together. Ready to take the next step? Apply now and discover your place on the UGN team. We are currently looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team. The role will apply principles of accounting to complete financial analyses and reconciliations, prepare and post journal entries, analyze financial information, and prepare financial filings and reports. This position will be located at our Corporate Headquarters in Downers Grove, IL, and will be hybrid.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Accounting or Business from an accredited four-year college or university.
2 + years of corporate Accounting experience preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications - Excel and Outlook.
Experience with Oracle ERP systems is a plus.
Strong understanding of GAAP.
Solid understanding and comfort with account reconciliations and month-end close processes.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good organizational skills and eye for detail.
Proactive, motivated, and team-oriented.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to explain accounting functions to other team members.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Oracle ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries and month-end reconciliations, including amortization schedules.
Post journal entries and support the month-end close process.
Review and reconcile payroll and cash transactions.
Prepare filings and reports as needed (Sales and Use Tax, USMCA, Unclaimed Property, Concur, among others).
Perform responsibilities as necessary to meet filing and reporting requirements.
Administer the Concur travel and expense reporting system.
Maintain and update team member, policy, and vendor information and controls.
Process expense reports for payment and post the journal entries.
Perform supplier and project additions, closing, and maintenance responsibilities in Oracle.
Compile and provide audit support as requested by external auditors.
Work closely with IT to maintain and improve processes.
Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and internal controls.
Document processes and procedures on an ongoing basis to allow for cross-training and to display the necessary understanding.
Perform special projects and other duties as required.