Staff Accountant in Barrington, Illinois at Swiss Automation Inc

Staff Accountant

This position is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. The Staff Accountant will manage bank reconciliations, journal entries, and account reconciliations to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are resolved promptly. Additionally, this role involves detailed job costing and general ledger maintenance to support financial reporting and support decision-making.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Process and match packing slips, purchase orders and invoices
• Enter, balance, post, and file accounts payable invoices in accordance with accounting standards and company policies
• Prepare accounts payable check runs, mail payments and file remittances
• Process invoices to customers and ensure accurate billing
• Investigate and resolve accounts payable and accounts receivable discrepancies
• Process customer credit applications and review status of delinquent accounts and initiate collection action
• Assist and support audit activities by preparing schedules and documentation as required
• Enter cash receipts, deposit, pull paid invoices
• Provide back-up support to the receptionist directing phone calls
• Analyze account activity and support month-end and year-end closing processes

Position Requirements

• Physical ability to work requiring continuous sitting with frequent bending, twisting, and walking the entire shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30lbs. occasionally.
• 2-5 years previous experience in general ledger maintenance, bookkeeping functions of accounts payable and accounts receivable in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate's degree or accounting/finance courses are preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting principles.
• Proficient utilizing MS Office, QuickBooks Online and possess excellent typing and filing skills.
• Proficient utilizing HRIS (ADP/Paychex/etc.)
• Prior experience in Human Resources is a plus.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work self-directed.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Can-do attitude.
• Good attendance and performance work history.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Supplementary Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Starting rate: dependent on experience and skillset

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.