Staff Accountant

PRIDESTAFF is seeking a Staff Accountant for a manufacturing company located in Elmhurst, IL. This person will be responsible for managing general ledger and leading the month-end and year-end close.

As part of a small, close-knit team, the Staff Accountant also work hand in hand with AR and AP staff, pitching in on processing and helping resolve issues whenever needed. This role is ideal for someone with a few years of progressive accounting experience who enjoys owning the close from start to finish and doesn't mind assisting across the full accounting cycle.

This is a DIRECT HIRE position $75k-$85k DOE

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Ledger & Financial Close

• Own the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and integrity of all accounts
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes and timelines from start to finish
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, depreciation, reclassifications, and year-end adjustments
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations (cash, AR, AP, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, sales tax, accrued liabilities) and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and supporting schedules
• Analyze GL variances and flag unusual activity to management
• Serve as the primary contact for the annual audit, preparing schedules and documentation
• Support tax preparation and year-end 1099 filing by providing reports and reconciliations to outside advisors. AR & AP Support
• Work closely with AR and AP staff, helping with invoicing, cash application, vendor invoice processing, and payment runs as needed
• Provide backup coverage during high-volume periods, absences, or complex transactions
• Collaborate with AR/AP staff to research and resolve billing issues, vendor discrepancies, and past-due accounts
• Reconcile the AR and AP subledgers to the general ledger each month General Accounting
• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience
• Demonstrated ownership of the month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and audit support
• Hands-on experience with full-cycle AR and AP
• Solid understanding of GAAP and double-entry accounting principles
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (XLOOKUPs, pivot tables, reconciliations)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet recurring deadlines
• Collaborative, team-first attitude suited to a small team where everyone pitches in

Preferred:

• Experience with Epicor ERP
• Experience in manufacturing environments
• Exposure to sales tax filings or 1099 reporting

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit an up-to-date resume today, for immediate consideration.

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 Per Year