Staff Accountant

We are assisting a client in Willowbrook, IL, with their search for a Staff Accountant. This opportunity is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of their work and collaborating with a team.

The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations, expense management, and the month-end close process while helping maintain accurate financial records and identify process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Review vendor invoices for proper accounting treatment and support payment processing.
• Manage corporate credit card transactions and employee expense reimbursements.
• Track and report on company travel spending.
• Maintain prepaid expense schedules and record monthly amortization.
• Prepare month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support accounting activities for international operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Strong understanding of core accounting procedures and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• A proactive approach and ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• NetSuite and Navan experience preferred.