Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Naperville, Illinois. This role is well suited for someone with strong experience across core accounting processes who can work accurately in a multi-location environment. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in financial reporting, reconciliations, and period-end activities, along with the ability to contribute to consistent and reliable accounting practices.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, and general ledger functions to maintain accurate financial records.

• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring transactions are coded correctly and supported by appropriate documentation.

• Complete bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Support the month-end close process by reviewing balances, analyzing variances, and helping finalize financial data.

• Maintain accounting records for multiple locations while promoting consistency and accuracy across sites.

• Assist with financial reporting and provide organized documentation for internal review and audit support.

• Use accounting platforms such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP to process transactions and monitor financial information.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve workflow efficiency and address accounting-related questions or issues.

Benefits : Medical/Dental, 401k & PTO

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience.
• Background in the manufacturing industry.
• Practical experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, and journal entry preparation.
• Strong knowledge of bank reconciliations and month-end close procedures.
• Experience supporting accounting operations across multiple business locations is preferred.
• Proficiency with one or more accounting systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage priorities effectively.