Staff Accountant

Maker's Pride Talent Acquisition Team•Downers Grove, IL

2d•$66,813 - $100,219•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant position plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and smooth month-end processes. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of accounting functions, collaborate across departments, and contribute to process improvements that drive efficiency and compliance. This is a hybrid role. You will be working out of our corporate headquarters in Downers Grove, IL 4 days/week and can work remotely 1 day/week.

Requirements

General Accounting
SAP, other major ERP
Prioritizes work based on short and long term objectives
Microsoft Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, macros) and database management
Advanced analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent collaboration, verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas and develop new skills
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Successfully multi-task
Implement process improvements
Adapt quickly to changes in direction
MS Office Suite
SAP
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
2 years experience required

Responsibilities

Prepare and post monthly journal entries, ensuring accuracy and timeliness to support reliable financial reporting.
Perform detailed month-end account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies to maintain integrity across all accounts.
Prepare and reconcile monthly intercompany transactions, collaborating with global teams to ensure alignment and accuracy.
Assist in the month-end consolidation process, contributing to a smooth and efficient close cycle.
Support vendor creation and maintenance, ensuring compliance with company policies and timely updates.
Take responsibility for cash reconciliations, safeguarding accuracy and transparency in cash flow reporting.
Assist in the administration of SAP Concur, helping streamline expense reporting and compliance.
Support the implementation of company policies and methodologies, driving consistency and best practices across processes.
Assist with year-end audit activities, ensuring readiness and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Contribute to strategic initiatives, generate ad hoc reports, and provide insights that support decision-making and process improvements.