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CC Industries

Accounting Clerk

CC Industries, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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About HCC/CCI Henry Crown & Company/CC Industries is a Chicago-based, privately-held company that manages business, philanthropic, and family interests on behalf of a multi-generational family. The business ventures fall into broadly-defined categories: wholly-owned operating companies, public and private equity investments, and real estate. The enterprise also supports individual and collective giving through Crown Family Philanthropies and provides traditional family office services across generations. The enterprise employs approximately 350 professionals in the areas of investment management, corporate development, financial operations, tax, research and innovation, human resources, information technologies, and legal.

Position Description The Accounting Clerk supports the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department by processing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling accounts, and providing general administrative support. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and data entry skills. The Accounting Clerk will interact with internal departments and external vendors to ensure accurate financial records and compliance with company policies. Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Processing:

Process accounts payable for various managed entities.

Process invoices for multiple entities, ensuring proper approvals, coding to the correct general ledger accounts.

Maintain appropriate documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls.

Communicate with vendors to obtain forms, verify information, and resolve discrepancies.

Code invoices to general ledger accounts and load data into ERP software.

Encrypt and upload positive pay files to bank.

Print and distribute checks.

File and maintain storage records according to retention guidelines.

Accounts Receivable Processing:

Process all billings and cash receipts for the Corporate Office.

Enter billings into ERP software and ensure proper supporting documentation.

Generate and distribute statements.

Reconcile cash receipts and apply payments.

Legal Invoice Processing:

Compile, review, and summarize legal invoices and route for appropriate approvals.

Track and distribute invoices to responsible parties.

Company Credit Card and Expense Report Processing:

Maintain administration of corporate credit cards.

Distribute company credit card statements to cardholders.

Compile and prepare corporate card expense reports in Concur.

Monitor receipt of credit card statements before due date.

General Administrative Support:

Act as back-up support to the Accounts Payable Clerk.

Prepare financial reporting binders.

Miscellaneous filing and data entry.

Distribute department mail; send UPS, FedEx, and certified mail.

Schedule and coordinate staff meetings, including catering arrangements.

Other Accounting Support:

Assist with preparing various account reconciliations.

Maintain general ledger and prepare financial statements for non-operating entities.

Prepare summary financial information on an ad-hoc basis.

Support other departmental needs or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate’s Degree preferred.

Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting practices.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping.

Effective organizational and time management skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and expense management tools (e.g., Concur) preferred.

Professional communication and collaboration skills with internal and external partners.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Salary The Starting Salary Range: $53k - $59k. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

EEO Statement Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals experiencing disability, and BIPOC are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. At CC Industries we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

About Us CC Industries, (“CCI”) is a privately-held management company for the operating assets of the Crown Family, which owns a diversified group of industrial manufacturing companies, including leading businesses in the transportation and process equipment industries. The Crown Family invests in a broad range of companies in the industrial sector. Current investment areas of focus include paper and packaging, packaging equipment, construction and building products, transportation equipment, and additions to existing portfolio companies. CCI generally targets companies with operations in the United States, Canada, Western Europe, and Asia.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries: Executive Offices

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