Accounting Specialist
$65k - $79.5kExpress Employment Professionals Defunct
Job Full Description Accounting Associate
Location: Libertyville, IL (On-site)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: $65,000 - $79,500 A well-established, manufacturing company in the Libertyville area is seeking an experienced Accounting Associate to join its team. This role reports directly to the Controller and plays a key part in supporting day-to-day financial operations within a collaborative, small-team environment. This is a hands-on position best suited for someone who enjoys working independently, takes ownership of their work, and is comfortable balancing multiple accounting responsibilities in a production-driven setting.
Responsibilities
Libertyville, IL
2377
836 South Milwaukee Avenue
Libertyville, IL 60048
Location: Libertyville, IL (On-site)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: $65,000 - $79,500 A well-established, manufacturing company in the Libertyville area is seeking an experienced Accounting Associate to join its team. This role reports directly to the Controller and plays a key part in supporting day-to-day financial operations within a collaborative, small-team environment. This is a hands-on position best suited for someone who enjoys working independently, takes ownership of their work, and is comfortable balancing multiple accounting responsibilities in a production-driven setting.
Responsibilities
- Support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting documentation
- Assist with cash management activities, including receipts, vendor payments, and bank reconciliations
- Process vendor invoices using three-way matching (POs, receipts, and invoices)
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies such as pricing or quantity differences
- Maintain recurring monthly accruals within the ERP system
- Prepare and file Illinois Sales & Use Tax returns
- Assist with budget preparation and data entry into the ERP system
- Collaborate cross-functionally while effectively managing competing priorities
- Support additional accounting projects and leadership requests as needed
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred
- 2+ years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment required
- Hands-on experience with AP/AR processes and three-way matching
- Strong Excel skills (intermediate to advanced)
- Experience working within an ERP system (e.g., Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards; Syteline a plus)
- Solid understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
- Familiarity with Illinois tax regulations and reporting
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision
- Fully on-site role (no hybrid or remote option)
- Office environment within a manufacturing setting
- Regular use of computer and standard office equipment
- 401(k) with employer match (Traditional & Roth options)
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Health insurance (67-70% employer-covered)
- Dental and vision insurance
- Minimum 25 days PTO annually
- Paid parental and bereavement leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
Libertyville, IL
2377
836 South Milwaukee Avenue
Libertyville, IL 60048
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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