Staff Accountant

TransChicago Truck Group•Elmhurst, IL

37d•$60,000 - $65,000•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 who will be responsible for managing customer payments and bank deposits. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and delivering strong internal and external customer service. This role will be on-site at our Elmhurst location.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years prior experience in cash applications & accounts receivable
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Good organizational and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail; achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Manage and prioritize multiple tasks
Strong customer service skills
Strong computer skills including MS Excel and Word

Responsibilities

Process customer payments and receipts, prepare daily deposits, and coordinate bank deposits for cash receipts as needed.
Process daily bank transfers and journal entries.
Process and post credit card disputes and NSF checks.
Record short-paid tax adjustments and related journal entries.
Provide support to the General Accounting team by serving as a backup for key accounting functions as needed. Responsibilities may include posting vehicle wires, monitoring and maintaining daily receipt logs, assisting with account reconciliations and month-end close activities, supporting the annual review process, and participating in special projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.