We're seeking a talented and motivated Corporate Staff Accountant to join an innovative and environmentally-conscious company in the Chicago area. This role is responsible for a variety of accounting functions, including month-end journal entries, daily cash reconciliation, monthly balance sheet reconciliations, and managing fixed assets and leases to ensure the integrity of financial statements and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Daily cash reconciliation and resolution of reconciling items in a timely manner
• Fixed assets controls and procedures, including administering Capital Expenditure Request process and maintaining fixed assets in the general ledger and subledger
• Recording corporate and plant fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions, calculating and recording depreciation
• Month-end close duties, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Timely preparation, filing, and payment of sales and use tax
• Lease management and recording monthly lease journal entries
• Reviewing and posting AP batches for accuracy
• Providing back up for AP specialist
• Preparing and analyzing monthly general ledger account analyses, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations
• Ad hoc analysis preparation and review of account reconciliation
• Assisting with year-end audit work, including audit schedules and responding to auditor requests

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with at least 2 years of experience
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• CPA or CPA track preferred
• Experience with Fixed Assets, Month End Close, and Account Reconciliations required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and intermediate skills in MS Excel
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Desire to learn and motivated to excel

Why Join This Company:

• Work for a company committed to innovation and sustainability in their industry
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and strives to make a positive impact
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in a supportive and inclusive work environment

Posted On: Wednesday, March 29, 2023