Seeking to hire a Staff Accountant for a Direct Hire role in Chicago, IL.
The Staff Accountant will perform general accounting activities including full-process accounts payable, reconciliations, and journal entries.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:
- Accounts Payable
- Vouchering of invoices
- Determination of payment schedule per Company policy, proactive communication with vendors
- Expense report processing
- Check printing and ACH processing
- Cash reporting as required
- Monthly closing entries
- Financial analysis of specific accounts
- Assist with physical inventory reporting and compilation
- Backup for accounts receivable, invoicing, and other related areas
- Assistance, as required, with budgets
- Assistance with providing information for various audits during the year
Position Qualifications:
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 2-5 years accounting experience within a small to mid-sized manufacturing environment.
- Ability to handle multiple activities within an environment that can quickly ‘switch gears’
- Computer skills: Proficient with Excel; database experience; JD Edwards experience is a plus
Education:
- B.A in Accounting