Located in Waukegan, IL
Pay: $55,000-70,000
Job Full Description
Staff Accountant
Pay: $55,000-$75,000 based on experience
Direct Hire
Schedule is Hybrid - 3 days in office
Our client in the northern Lake County area is seeking a skilled Staff Accountant to join a small, fast-paced finance team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate billing, timely collections, and proper application of customer payments. The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting foundation, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and expert-level Excel skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review customer invoices
- Uitlize high level Microsoft Excel functions to organize data for analysis and action
- Perform cash posting and AR collection activities
- Perform cost and profitability analysis
- Coordinate with and support cross functonal teams to allow for rapid, accurate, and efficient
billing and month-end closing
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
- Review analysis and results with accounting and non-accounting personnel
- Reconcile general ledger (GL) accounts, including bank and balance sheet reconciliations
- Support accounts payable (AP) functions as needed
- Assist with financial statement preparation and variance analysis
- Serve as main point of contact for annual audit and month-end closing process
- Assist with process improvements and system enhancements
- Other duties as assigned and necessary
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
- 0–3 years of accounting or related experience
- Expert knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with accounting software or ERP systems
- Experience with financial reporting or audits
- Manufacturing or distribution industry experience (preferred)
To apply, email resume to jobs.libertyvilleil@expresspros.com
Libertyville, IL
2377
836 South Milwaukee Avenue
Libertyville, IL 60048
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