Accountant

Accountant PositionNovaspect, Inc., an Emerson Impact Partner and employee-owned organization, is seeking an Accountant to join its team. This role supports the Finance team through accurate financial recording, reconciliations, analysis, and reporting. The position performs a range of accounting tasks, from foundational to moderately complex, based on experience level. The accountant contributes to month-end close, compliance activities, and financial reporting while building technical expertise and increasing independence. This position is ideal for candidates early in their accounting careers through those with several years of experience, offering opportunities for growth in responsibility, analytical capability, and business partnership.Accountant Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare and post routine to moderately complex journal entries for close activities, with supervision level aligned to experiencePrepare and review balance sheet reconciliations; investigate variances and recommend or escalate corrective actionsAssist in preparing and analyzing financial reports and communicating insightsReview and post commissionable orders and accurately record revenueSupport completion of all activities within the monthly close calendarAssist with or perform fixed asset accounting, including depreciationEnsure financial records are accurate and in accordance with GAAPSupport internal controls and compliance activitiesAssist with audit activities by preparing documentation and schedulesPrepare or assist with sales and use tax filingsProvide day-to-day accounting support to cross-functional teamsParticipate in special projects and process improvementsEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Accounting requiredMinimum 1–4 years of accounting experienceExperience in industrial, manufacturing, or project-based environments preferredCPA or progress toward certification is a plusERP system experience preferred (IFS a plus)Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite requiredKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesUnderstanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliationsWorking knowledge of U.S. GAAPStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage tasks independently and meet deadlinesEffective communication skillsAbility to collaborate across teamsCustomer-service mindset with professional demeanorAbility to research and resolve discrepanciesSound judgment with appropriate escalationWillingness to support peak workload periodsAccountant Physical Requirements:Ability to work extended hours at a computer as required during peak periodsAccountant Pay:Salary Range: $65,000 -$80,000Potential Bonus: 5%Accountant Benefits:Recognized with a Top Employee Benefit Plan Award, below you will find our outstanding total rewards package when you join our team including:Generous paid time off; starting at 15 vacation days, 10 holidays, and 10 days of Paid Sick & Safety Time (PSST)401K with 6% company matchEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Excellent health & wellness benefitsStudent debt & tuition reimbursementReferral bonusNovaspect is a 2025 Great Place to Work® Certified companyAccountant Location:Schaumburg, ILWho We Are:Novaspect, Inc., is an employee-owned company that engineers, sells, and services industrial process controls. Our Core Purpose is to improve our customer's performance through the innovative application of technology. We are passionate about creating effective processes and building customer relationships. We position ourselves to attract the best talent, and ensure we are delivering local services with proven technologies.