Staff Accountant / Accounting Coordinator
MPE · Chicago, IL · Full-time · Manufacturing
Chicago, IL (on-site) | Full-time | Manufacturing |
ABOUT MPE
Worldwide market leader in coffee grinding, conveying & systems solutions | Customers include Starbucks, Nestlé Purina, Hershey's, Mondelez & Quaker |
4.6-star Glassdoor rating - recognized for culture & growth | Industry leader in product innovation across the food & beverage sector |
THE ROLE
This is the senior operational accounting role at MPE - responsible for owning day-to-day financial operations end to end. You'll personally handle the most complex transactions (capital equipment invoicing, Letters of Credit, multicurrency wires, bank reconciliation, and month-end close) while directing the workflow of a two-person team. Reports to the Accounting Manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE • Oversee all AR; ensure invoices are accurate and on time across all product and service lines • Execute CAPEX invoicing with progressive billing schedules and milestone-based payment tracking • Manage AR collections, escalations, and customer payment disputes | ACCOUNTS PAYABLE • Oversee AP operations; ensure vendor payments are current and on schedule • Execute bank-level payments: ACH and multicurrency wire transfers • Manage Positive Pay reconciliation and outstanding check resolution • Handle AP escalations |
GENERAL LEDGER & CLOSE • Manage Letters of Credit end to end: bank coordination, document compliance, expiry tracking • Perform bank reconciliation and cash book adjustments • Assist with month-end close: journal entries, G/L reconciliation, deposit schedule maintenance • Maintain customer and vendor data integrity in the ERP system | OPERATIONS & REPORTING • Cost accounting: standard cost maintenance, variance analysis, inventory valuation, margin reporting, BOM costing • Prepare and submit payroll reports to external payroll provider • Manage third-party commissions and Certificates of Insurance • Direct daily workflow priorities for the accounting team |
REQUIREMENTS
BENEFITS
Competitive salary | Health, dental & vision | 401(k) plan | PTO & holidays | Professional development |
Ready to be a vital part of financial operations at a growing, industry leading company?
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