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Accounting Specialist

$65k - $70k

Sterling Engineering

Job Description

Accounting Specialist (A/P and A/R focus)

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Westchester, IL Hybrid schedule

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Direct Hire

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$65-70K yearly

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Ready to Make an Impact in a Growing, Employee-Owned Company?

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Sterling is looking for an experienced AR/AP Specialist to join our team! As an employee-owned company and award-winning technical and engineering staffing leader, we believe our people are our greatest asset — and we want you to have a stake in our success.

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This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment, variety in their day, and being a key part of the financial operations of a growing organization.

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What You’ll Do

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  • Manage day-to-day Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable activities
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  • Process customer invoices, vendor invoices, payments, and account adjustments
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  • Monitor outstanding balances and assist with collections
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  • Reconcile customer and vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies
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  • Maintain accurate customer and vendor records
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  • Support Positive Pay, 1099 reporting, and banking activities
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  • Assist with payroll backup, timesheet processing, and new hire reporting
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  • Participate in month-end and year-end close activities
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  • Support accounting and operational projects as needed
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⭐ What We’re Looking For

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  • 3–5 years of AR, AP, bookkeeping, or related accounting experience
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  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
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  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and high transaction volumes
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  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
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  • Experience with ERP/accounting systems
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Why Sterling?

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We're employee-owned — so your success matters. Our culture is competitive, collaborative, and entrepreneurial, with opportunities to grow your career while making a meaningful contribution to the organization.

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If you're looking for a role where your work is noticed, your ideas matter, and you can grow with the company , we'd love to hear from you!

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Apply today or reach out to learn more!

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