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Staff Accountant

waukegan, il • Posted 5 days ago
Remote Internship General

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This role offers a great opportunity for an accounting professional or recent graduate to gain exposure to AR, AP, cash applications, reporting, and month-end close within a stable manufacturing environment.

Why This Role?

  • Hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote after training)
  • Flexible work hours (start times between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM)
  • Supportive, low-stress accounting team with long employee tenure
  • Exposure to multiple areas of accounting, including AR, AP, cash applications, and month-end close
  • Excellent opportunity for recent Accounting or Finance graduates

Key Responsibilities

  • Process cash applications, lockbox transactions, wires, and credit card payments
  • Support Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
  • Assist with daily sales and labor reporting
  • Perform account reconciliations and maintain general ledger accuracy
  • Support month-end close activities and financial reporting
  • Learn company systems and gradually take on additional accounting responsibilities
  • Assist with ad hoc accounting projects and reporting requests

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Basic knowledge of accounting principles
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred:

  • Internship or accounting experience
  • Experience with cash applications, AR, or AP
  • Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and Macros
  • Process improvement or data analysis experience

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