Staff Accountant
About The Position
Staff Accountant This position that will provide support to the Assistant Controller in various accounting areas, helping to maintain accurate record keeping, strong internal controls and other tasks essential for financial statement preparation. This is a full-time salary position. It is onsite (Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm) at our corporate office in Barrington, IL. What to Expect Readies and maintains financial and business transactions, applying accounting principles. Includes work that is analytical, evaluative, and advisory in nature and that requires an understanding of both accounting theory and practice. Assists with maintaining Fixed Assets and associated depreciation schedules; provides monthly detail to the Cost Accountant for General Journal Entries; ensures proper recording of new purchases and disposals Contributes to ‘Fast Close’ process, completing various reconciliations and tasks defined by the Assistant Controller Assists with completion of internal audits helping to assure accurate financial reporting Gathers information necessary for the organization’s annual review and corporate tax filing Performs backup for organization’s sales tax remittals, as needed Recommends and implements improvements in processes to increase effectiveness of department, as needed Completion of other projects and performs other support functions directed by the Controller
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
- 3 to 5 years experience (manufacturing environment preferred)
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (also known as Microsoft Business Central and Microsoft BC)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, emphasis in Microsoft Excel
- Strong understanding of financial accounting concepts and GAAP
- Ability to take initiative, maintain confidentiality and manage time with urgency to meet deadlines
- Vigorous attention to detail and quality
- A positive attitude and the ability to switch tasks easily
- Character qualities: Orderliness, Thoroughness, Punctuality, Initiative and Cooperation
Nice To Haves
- Concur, Avalara, and/or Softco (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Readies and maintains financial and business transactions, applying accounting principles.
- Assists with maintaining Fixed Assets and associated depreciation schedules
- Provides monthly detail to the Cost Accountant for General Journal Entries
- Ensures proper recording of new purchases and disposals
- Contributes to ‘Fast Close’ process, completing various reconciliations and tasks defined by the Assistant Controller
- Assists with completion of internal audits helping to assure accurate financial reporting
- Gathers information necessary for the organization’s annual review and corporate tax filing
- Performs backup for organization’s sales tax remittals, as needed
- Recommends and implements improvements in processes to increase effectiveness of department, as needed
- Completion of other projects and performs other support functions directed by the Controller
Benefits
- Health, HSA, Dental, and Vision Insurance : Comprehensive coverage to meet your needs
- 401(k) Plan : With company matching to help you plan for the future
- Health Savings Account (HSA) : With company contributions to support your healthcare expenses
- Paid Time Off : Earn up to 3 weeks PTO in the first year
- Paid Holidays : Enjoy time off for recognized holidays
- Life Insurance (company provided): Ensuring peace of mind for you and your loved ones
- Gym Membership Reimbursement : Encouraging your fitness and well-being
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Access to confidential support services
- Voluntary Benefits : Options including short-term disability, life insurance (whole/term), hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident expense coverage
- Growth and Development Opportunities : Access to company university and tuition reimbursement programs
- On-Staff Health Coach : Personalized coaching available one-on-one or in groups
- Health and Wellness Initiatives : Participate in walking challenges, weight loss programs, health risk assessments, and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
