Company Accountant Salary in Illinois, USA

Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting department.Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.Perform variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance.Develop and maintain accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.Coordinate and lead annual audits with external auditors.Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments and collections.Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs and provide recommendations for cost savings and process improvements.Prepare and review budget forecasts and financial projections.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, procurement, and sales to support business initiatives and strategic decisions.Mentor and coach junior accounting staff, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Strong knowledge of accounting principles & financial reportingProficiency in ERP systems and advanced MS Excel skills.Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.Proven leadership capabilities and experience in supervising accounting teams.

Senior Accountant Responsibilities:Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting department.Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.Perform variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance.Develop and maintain accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.Coordinate and lead annual audits with external auditors.Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments and collections.Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs and provide recommendations for cost savings and process improvements.Prepare and review budget forecasts and financial projections.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, procurement, and sales to support business initiatives and strategic decisions.Mentor and coach junior accounting staff, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Strong knowledge of accounting principles & financial reportingProficiency in ERP systems and advanced MS Excel skills.Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.Proven leadership capabilities and experience in supervising accounting teams.

The Staff Accountant role is integral to the continued success and mission, which is to provide timely and accurate financial reporting to the senior management team. The Staff Accountant will comply with and support the accounting department's workflows, procedures and best practices while working closely with the operations and finance teams to provide timely and accurate financial statements. You need to be a team player, passionate about our industry, and disciplined to do what it takes to get the job done. If you are energized by overcoming challenges from clients and motor carriers and by building lasting relationships, then accelerate your career with our rapidly growing company. We empower our employees to take charge and to step up to any challenge.Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesMaintains the general ledgerReconcile bank account(s)Perform account analysisPrepares monthly balance sheet reconciliationsAssists with the month end close processMay assist with accounts payable and/or accounts receivableCompletes quarterly local and state tax filingsPerforms other related duties as assignedPreferred Qualifications1-3 years of accounting experienceExcellent organizational, teamwork, and problem-solving skillsAdvance Microsoft Excel skillsNetSuite experience preferredStrong verbal and written skillsBachelor's degree preferredProficient in Word, Outlook, Power Point, and willingness to learn new technologies(Salary range based on experience)ABOUT ACCURATE PERSONNELDo you need your next job fast? Accurate Personnel is here to help! As an industry-leading full-service staffing agency, we have all the tools you need to start earning that next paycheck soon. Send us your application and our team will instantly get to work on finding you the right placement to fit your needs. Accurate Personnel has been a provider of temporary job services and direct hire search for 45 years. Our expertise has allowed us to grow from a regional Chicagoland office into a nationwide search firm that services over 500 clients while never losing sight of personalized service. Let Accurate work for you. Apply with us today!Accurate Personnel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

RESPONSIBILITIES:Kforce has a client in Chicago, IL that is seeking a Senior Accountant.Responsibilities: Performs general accounting activities according to TricorBraun policies and procedures Prepares routine and adjusting journal vouchers Maintains various subsidiary records, ledgers, and workpapers supporting financial account balances and activity Performs monthly reconciliations on accounts related to the company's daily operations Performs related duties as assigned by the finance team managements On a monthly basis, as part of bank reconciliation procedures, partner with Shared Services/AP to analyze non-posted transactions, investigate variances, and perform coding corrections Cross-trained in various functions, as required by finance team management Assists with freight and inventory, also ARREQUIREMENTS: To be considered for this position, candidates must have experience in a similar role, or they must possess significant knowledge, experience, and abilities to successfully perform the responsibilities listed Relevant education and/or training will be considered a plus The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Senior Accountant OpportunitySchedule: 5 days on site and hybrid (3 days on site) after training period.We are helping our client, a global multi-industrial manufacturing leader, in the search of a Senior Accountant with 3 -5 years accounting experience in a publicly traded company, industry or public accounting.This candidate must have advanced excel skills; strong understanding of GAAP principles and inventory accounting are desired for this role as long as journal entry preparation/account reconciliations.*Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and should be comfortable commuting to this location,Responsibilities:The senior accountant reports to the Accounting Manager and is responsible for overseeing the general ledger and accounting related activities.Assists with reporting, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations.Perform inventory counts and raw materials.Performs reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.May be trained and assigned to specialized tasks such as fixed assets, state and local tax, or other accounting operations.If interested, please apply for the position via LinkedIn.

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Staff Accountant Location: Vernon Hills, IL Department: Rust-Oleum US Finance Reports To: Senior Financial Analyst - Accounting Direct Reports/Manages others: No Hybrid Schedule: Our hybrid work environment includes two (2) remote days/week. Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all. Staff Accountant As our Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate presentation of financial records by providing accounting support and preparing analysis, journal entries, and account reconciliations. This team member will work directly with varying levels of management and sales representatives throughout the organization through various forms of communication when accomplishing these tasks. Here's what you can expect: Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Prepare Journal Entries and account reconciliations Ensuring all reconciling items are identified and resolved on a timely basis Executing internal controls work and related deliverables for internal/external audit and internal group Support Month end close: preparing journal entries and account reconciliations Analyzing financial reports specific to areas of responsibility and investigating discrepancies and variances in results Maintain all account reconciliations assigned. Tracks the status of open reconciling items and follow up in engaging and collaborative manner with cross functional involvement making sure they are resolved in the time prescribed by the company's policy Identify and implement process improvements to drive accuracy and efficiency Prepare and communicate monthly ad-hoc reports, graphics, schedules, etc. Support financial requests from various levels of our sales organization Required Skills: Bachelor's in Accounting required 0 - 3 years of experience in accounting preferred Ability to handle many tasks at a given time and work effectively with others in a team environment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage large amounts of data. Team player with a positive attitude and strong attention to detail and accuracy. Detail, deadline and goal-oriented Proficient in Microsoft Excel From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis. Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.

Our client has an impressive industry reputation based on quality customer service, attention to detail, and a high commitment to ethics. They are hiring a Senior Accountant to support their financial services sector. As a Senior Accountant you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and executing various financial activities, leveraging your advanced knowledge of accounting principles and regulations. This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the accounting operations while providing valuable insights and support to key stakeholders across the organization. This Role Offers: Competitive base salary, plus comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental, 401(k) match, and annual performance bonuses. Dynamic career progression opportunities within a company known for its significant community impact and commitment to ethical, fair business practices. Work in a culture celebrated for high standards of honesty, integrity, and respect, recognized by Newsweek and Fortune Magazine for its outstanding workplace environment. Engaging mentorship and development programs, including tuition assistance and company-sponsored training resources. Generous wellness support including medical coverage, on-site wellness centers, gym reimbursements, and an Employee Assistance Program. Focus: Lead the completion of monthly accounting tasks in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), ensuring accuracy and compliance. Conduct annual review and enhancement of Key Financial Controls (SOX requirements), optimizing internal control effectiveness and efficiency. Collaborate with relevant business partners to provide strategic financial analysis and insights, contributing to informed decision-making processes. Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements and supporting schedules, presenting findings to management as needed. Proactively engage in process improvement initiatives, driving positive change and efficiency gains. Perform assigned duties, which may include overseeing plant accounting activities, reporting profit and loss statements, conducting balance sheet reconciliations, and managing accruals/deferrals/amortizations. Skill Set: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. A minimum 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate setting. CPA or similar professional certification preferred, but not required. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in generating and managing financial reports. Strong knowledge of Internal Controls, Governance, Risk, and Compliance frameworks. Demonstrated expertise in financial analysis and operations, with a track record of delivering valuable insights and recommendations. Experience in designing queries and reports using financial systems, enhancing data analysis capabilities. About Blue Signal: Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in finance & accounting recruiting. We have a strong reputation for finding top talent in private equity, asset management, financial services, FinTech, and accounting leadership. Learn more at bit.ly/3IKiOzm

E80 Group, located in Viano, Italy is a leading global provider of automated intralogistics systems for the consumer products industry. Our vision is to optimize the value chain of our customers by increasing productivity and quality across their facilities. Safety, Technology innovation, and Integration are key elements of our solutions and services. E80 Group believes in the value of the team as well as in the power of the individual team-members contributions.The Staff Accountant will prepare financial reports to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. The Staff Accountant will also be responsible for carrying out company's accounting procedures, maintain a healthy financial profile by ensuring compliance with state, federal and local principles, analyze financial information and inform management of the best practices in the field of accounting to support in decision-making process.Responsibilities:Performs general bookkeeping, cost accounting and organize financial forms, documents and receiptsVerifies the accuracy of the expenditures submitted by employees, ensures the process is followed and resolves any issues risenAllocates expenditures to correct account according to the budget and to department proceduresCodes invoices, set up new vendors/customers accounts and manages collections and payables process.Prepares and post journal entries to general ledger, analysis, monthly balance sheet reconciliations and assisting with monthly close process.Ensures all financial transactions within the company are accounted for and follow legal standardsAnalyzes quarterly budget recording transactions in need and follow-up documentationAssists with tax preparation reports, payments and returns Presents, error free, quarterly and yearly financial reports to management Prepares documents and provides assistance for internal and external auditors and audits.Participate in special projects and other administrative duties as assignedCreates ad-hoc reporting analysis, review and recommend improvements to accounting system and procedures Requirements:Substantial knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accountingAbility to work both independently as with others, prioritize daily tasks to meet strict deadlinesHigh degree of attention to details, highly organized and efficient Ability to read and analyze financial reportsPersonal integrity when working with personal and sensitive financial informationBA Degree (or equivalent experience) in Accounting, Finance or related discipline requiredThree to five years of accounting experience requiredGood problem-solving and analytical skillsProficient in Microsoft OfficeBenefits:Paid Time OffPaid holidaysMedical, vision and Dental - self and familyLife insurance401K matching programE80Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Complete month-end close process for total company gross/net revenuesPrepare/post GL journal entries including standard entries, gross/net revenue adjustments and expense accrualsEnsure integrity and accuracy of GL account data and proper supporting documentation for general ledger adjustmentsPerform month-end/quarter-end account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of account reconciliationsManage the accounting accrual process and identify variances between accrual entries and actual expenses.Review variances in key revenue/expense accounts and provide insightful variance commentary.Work with acquisition team and assist in the integration newly acquired company financial results into financial reportingAssist in the calculation and timely reporting of company royalty income and sales commission paymentsPrepare/generate departmental GL detail reports and cost center expense reports supporting the month-end close results.Maintain accounting control procedures and documentation to support month-end close processAssist with the external financial audit processMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.Bachelor's degree required (Accounting or Finance degree preferred)Minimum 3 years of experience in finance/accounting (experience in consumer products industry helpful)Excellent analytical skills and proven ability to identify root cause issue and recommend problem resolutionDetail oriented with ability to work through ambiguous dataUnderstanding of revenue recognition accounting (pharmaceutical industry experience helpful)CPA and Public Accounting experience a plusIntegral knowledge of ERP systems (knowledge of Syspro a plus)Advance skill in Excel and Power PointAbility to multi-task, works successfully under pressure, and effectively prioritizes and manages time and workload to meet business needsExperience with mergers/acquisitions, preferred.Strong team player

Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.Job DescriptionThe Accountant - Construction Accounting will be responsible for all development accounting including project cost tracking and reporting, processing of project A/P, and construction draw processing. This position may be responsible for tracking and leading cash planning meetings for development pipeline projects. The position may also prepare various financial & tax supporting schedules.Additionally, the Construction Accountant will support the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statement schedules, annual compilation of footnotes, miscellaneous financial reporting requests, and annual audits. Individual must be a self-starter, well organized, possess excellent computer skills, be able to multi-task and enjoy the challenge of taking on new and exciting opportunities.Responsibilities• Responsible for the accounting operations of the company, ensuring accuracy if all general ledger information• Prepare project workbooks to support balance sheet and income statement balances and activity.• Prepare and review financial statements, including all monthly journal entries, to verify account balances for accuracy and reasonableness.• Assist with annual audit work papers and audit report preparation.• Liaise routinely with Project Managers, Development, Finance, and Treasury on a variety of job related topics including insurance and contract agreements. • Maintain compliance with project debt and equity agreements.• Coordinate project treasury, banking and cash flow analysis.• Coordinate and take ownership of project issues with asset managers, project managers and finance professionals.• Develop and maintain relationships with key partners including banks, title companies, etc. that will support and grow the business• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trendsRequired Skills• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance from an accredited college or university • 2+ years of accounting experience.• Existing understanding and knowledge of GAAP.• Familiarity with Excel and other Microsoft Office products is required.• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.Preferred Skills• Experience in energy industry preferred, but not required.• Multi-Site Organization SEC Company or Public accounting firm experience preferred.• Ability to adhere to monthly, quarterly and annual department driven deadlines.• Experience working on multiple projects/developments simultaneously• Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities and deadlines, with attention to detail and an ability to work both independently and in a team environment• Strong coordination / organization skills with attentiveness to timelines.• Understanding of variance / trend analysis with actual/budget/historical results.• Strong interpersonal skills - able to work effectively in a team environment.BenefitsEligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, paid time off, etc.Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.