Accounting, Accounting Close, Acquisition Strategy, Balance Sheet, Customer Support/Service, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Trend Analysis, General Ledger Accounting, Inventory Estimates, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Journal Entries, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, NetSuite, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public Accounting, Reconciliation, Time Management
I'm collaborating with a rapidly growing, privately held industrial services company near Palatine, IL. This national industry leader supports major clients across the country and continues to expand through strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Due to an internal promotion, they are looking to add a Staff Accountant to their accounting team.This role will serve as an integral member of the team, with key responsibilities including inventory accounting, preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, compiling financial packages, and supporting various ad hoc analyses. The Staff Accountant will leverage broad accounting expertise to support multiple lines of business and contribute across a diverse range of accounting functions.Client Details I'm collaborating with a rapidly growing, privately held industrial services company near Palatine, IL. This national industry leader supports major clients across the country and continues to expand through strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Due to an internal promotion, they are looking to add a Staff Accountant to their accounting team.This role will serve as an integral member of the team, with key responsibilities including inventory accounting, preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, compiling financial packages, and supporting various ad hoc analyses. The Staff Accountant will leverage broad accounting expertise to support multiple lines of business and contribute across a diverse range of accounting functions.DescriptionStaff Accountant Responsibilities: Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes by completing assigned general ledger activities in an accurate and timely mannerMaintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records through proper recording, validation, consolidation, and posting of transactionsAnalyze financial statements and prepare supporting schedules and variance analysesPrepare and reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts on a recurring basisAssist with monthly inventory reconciliations and inventory-related reportingContribute to the preparation of internal and external financial reporting packagesEvaluate financial and operational trends and partner with business leaders to communicate performance insightsComplete special projects, reporting requests, and ad hoc analyses as needed ProfileBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related disciplineMinimum of 1+ years of accounting experience within a corporate accounting setting or public accounting firmPrior exposure to inventory accounting is beneficial, though not requiredStrong written and verbal communication abilitiesProficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applicationsExperience with ERP systems such as NetSuite is advantageous but not mandatoryCPA designation or active pursuit of certification is a plus, but not requiredJob OfferCompetitive base salaryComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement offeringsCollaborative and supportive team culture with strong leadership and mentorshipOpportunity to make a meaningful impact and contribute directly to the accounting team's successHigh-visibility role with exposure to multiple areas of the business and senior leadershipFast-growing organization offering strong career advancement potentialBroad responsibilities that provide hands-on experience across various accounting and finance functionsDynamic environment ideal for someone looking to accelerate their professional development Apply now and your resume will be considered within 24 hours! 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.M
Michael Page International
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
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