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Staff Accountant

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Job Location:

Caseyville, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time
Description

Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing organization. Reporting to the Controller this role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records preparing journal entries reconciling accounts supporting month-end close and assisting with financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented analytical and committed to continuous process improvement.


Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and post journal entries and perform month-end balance sheet reconciliations
  • Process and reconcile accounts payable accounts receivable cash receipts bank transactions and credit card activity
  • Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition in accordance with GAAP
  • Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements budgets and financial reports
  • Support year-end close activities and assist with external audits and tax preparation
  • Maintain fixed asset records including asset tracking disposals insurance licensing and related documentation
  • Monitor capital expenditures and compare actual spending to budget
  • Assist with regulatory filings including sales and use tax personal property tax franchise tax and other business registrations
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes reporting and system efficiencies
  • Maintain accurate financial data within the accounting system and support ongoing technology enhancements
  • Perform special projects and other accounting duties as assigned
Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting or a related field required
  • 35 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Masters degree and/or CPA designation is a plus
  • Spanish/English bilingual communication skills are a plus
  • Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Experience with general ledger accounting journal entries reconciliations and month-end close
  • Experience with ERP/accounting software; Acumatica experience is a plus
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
  • Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work onsite in a collaborative team environment

Required Experience:

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