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Illinois Staffing

Sr. Accountant

Illinois Staffing, Elmhurst

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Manage general ledger activities, including preparing journal entries for cash transactions, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets. Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies as needed. Handle accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, including customer invoicing, voucher processing, and discrepancy resolution. Oversee payment processing to ensure accuracy and timeliness. Perform inventory reconciliations and investigate variances to maintain accuracy. Execute month-end and year-end close procedures, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals. Prepare schedules and documentation to support financial reporting requirements. Review and upload monthly sales tax transactions, ensuring compliance with state regulations. Maintain and update customer sales tax exemption certificates. Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve issues and improve accounting processes.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required. At least 7 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in the manufacturing sector. Strong knowledge of general ledger systems, financial reporting, and accounting principles. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with advanced skills. Familiarity with sales tax rules and ability to interpret state-specific guidelines. Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new accounting systems. Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting concepts to non-accountants.