Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantAt TransChicago Truck Group, we keep the trucks and people that power our economy rolling. We're a full-service commercial truck dealership representing Freightliner and Western Star by providing sales, service, and parts for the trucks that keep goods on the road. We're a family-owned, fast-growing dealership group that values curiosity, teamwork, and growth. If you're the kind of person who likes to learn by doing and see the impact of your work every day, you've found the right spot. We're looking for a Staff Accountant who will be responsible for managing customer payments and bank deposits. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and delivering strong internal and external customer service. This role will be on-site at our Elmhurst location.Essential Functions & Responsibilities:Process customer payments and receipts, prepare daily deposits, and coordinate bank deposits for cash receipts as needed.Process daily bank transfers and journal entries.Process and post credit card disputes and NSF checks.Record short-paid tax adjustments and related journal entries.Provide support to the General Accounting team by serving as a backup for key accounting functions as needed. Responsibilities may include posting vehicle wires, monitoring and maintaining daily receipt logs, assisting with account reconciliations and month-end close activities, supporting the annual review process, and participating in special projects.Perform other duties as assigned.Education and/or required experience:Minimum 3 years prior experience in cash applications & accounts receivableExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalGood organizational and problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detail; achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a taskAbility to maintain confidentialityManage and prioritize multiple tasksStrong customer service skillsStrong computer skills including MS Excel and WordCompensation & Benefits:Compensation: $60,000-$65,000. Salary will be determined based on experience, competencies, certifications and education.Benefits:Medical InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsuranceLife and AD&D InsuranceDisability InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)401(k) with company matchPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid Sick TimePaid HolidaysAdditional voluntary benefits: We also offer a variety of other benefits including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft InsuranceTransChicago Truck Group is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. TransChicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.