Staff Accountant

Federal Signal Openings • Elgin, IL

28d • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for monthly accounting activities including preparing journal entries, reconciling bank and balance sheet accounts, tracking fixed assets, and ensuring adherence to company policies and internal controls. This role will also assist with annual SOX control reviews, financial audits, daily invoicing, tax filings, and cost accounting tasks. The position offers opportunities for process improvement and involvement in special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting is required.
• One to three years of accounting experience is required.
• Highly proficient in Excel with advanced skill level required.
• Daily usage expertise in MS Office Products Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• CMA or CPA accreditation/licensing are also encouraged to apply.
• Experience in a manufacturing organization a plus.
• JD Edwards experience is preferred.
• Cognos experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries by pulling information from standard reports, processing standard journal entries and allocating appropriate charges from corporate reports that apply to Elgin Sweeper and FS Depot.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts and subledgers by gathering data and supporting information, and document discrepancies.
• Track fixed assets, calculate depreciations and reconcile fixed assets to balance sheets.
• Adhere to company policies and internal controls.
• Assist in the annual review of the SOX controls and audits.
• Assist in internal and external financial audits by providing necessary documents and responding to questions.
• Process the daily invoicing for units shipped and prepare the MSO’s.
• Prepare required tax filings for sales/use tax, business tax, and submit them to Assistant Controller for review and filing.
• Support and assist with cost accounting tasks as needed.
• Assist other divisions or departments as needed for special projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.
• Perform other duties, assignments or special projects as requested.

Benefits

• annual bonus potential
• insurance (life, medical, dental, vision)
• paid holidays
• paid vacation
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• tuition reimbursement
• smoke-free, drug-free workplace

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level