Business Operations Specialist
McHenry, IL - USA
Job Summary
Temp-to-Hire 100% Onsite
Pay Range: $26.00$28.00 per hour
Are you an accounting professional who enjoys variety and working with people across different areas of a business
We are looking for a Business Operations Specialist to provide essential support across Accounting Customer Service Sales Enablement and Operations. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong accounting foundation who also enjoys solving problems supporting customers and keeping day-to-day business operations running smoothly.
In this role youll serve as a key backup across several business functions helping ensure work continues seamlessly during absences busy periods and changing business needs. Youll work closely with Accounting Sales Customer Service and Operations teams in a fast-paced environment where no two days are exactly alike.
Accounting & Financial Operations
- Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities including invoice processing payment posting cash application account maintenance and reconciliations.
- Assist with bank reconciliations and payment processing.
- Maintain vendor records and assist with supplier onboarding.
- Prepare and process purchase requisitions purchase orders and direct purchases.
- Research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
- Help ensure financial transactions are accurate and completed in accordance with company policies.
- Provide backup support for accounting functions as needed.
Customer Service & Sales Support
- Provide backup support for customer order entry invoicing returns and customer inquiries.
- Maintain customer account pricing and order information.
- Coordinate with customers and internal teams regarding order status product availability and service-related issues.
- Support customer onboarding and sales enablement activities.
- Assist with sample and demo orders marketing collateral and trade show preparation.
- Provide backup coverage for Sales Enablement functions during absences or periods of increased workload.
Business Operations & Administrative Support
- Partner with Accounting Sales Customer Service and Operations teams to support daily business activities.
- Maintain accurate records documentation and system information.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency.
- Assist with special projects and other business needs as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 3 years of accounting experience including experience with AP AR cash application reconciliations or similar accounting functions.
- Strong customer service order processing or administrative support experience.
- Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to research and resolve discrepancies.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associates degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field.
- Experience supporting both accounting and customer-facing functions.
- Experience in a manufacturing distribution or operations environment.
This position is ideal for someone who wants to use their accounting experience in a broader business role. Youll gain exposure to multiple areas of the organization while becoming a valuable resource to several teams.
If youre organized detail-oriented customer-focused and comfortable wearing multiple hats wed love to hear from you!
This is not a job description. More details will be provided regarding the functions of this position.
We are not accepting any candidates from recruiting firms/agencies.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin ancestry citizenship sex protected veteran status age physical or mental disability medical condition HIV/AIDs status marital status domestic partner status sexual orientation gender identity (transgender status) weight height or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law or ordinance.
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Founded in 1901 MRA is a nonprofit employer association that serves more than 4000 employers covering more than one million employees.
As one of the largest employer associations in the nation MRA helps its member organizations thrive by offering the most comprehensive assortment of HR services information education and resources to help build successful workplaces and a powerful workforce.
We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company not an agency recruiter.
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