| Location | Northbrook, IL |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary | $55,000–$70,000 Per Year |
| Additional Compensation | Bonus |
The Accounting Associate is responsible for supporting daily financial operations with a strong focus on accounts payable, general accounting tasks, and cross-department collaboration related to budgeting and deadlines.
Primary Responsibilities
Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and related payment processes.
Maintain well-organized and up-to-date financial records.
Assist with month-end close activities, including:
a. Sales commissions calculations
b. Expense report processing
c. Preparing journal entries
d. Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet and income statement accounts
Manage daily banking activities.
Support accounts receivable processing as needed (backup).
Collaborate with various departments to gather budgeting inputs, ensure timely submission of financial data, and meet companywide reporting deadlines.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, organized, coachable, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple deadlines. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for cross-department collaboration.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
1–3 years of accounting experience (General Ledger experience preferred).
Working knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting practices.
Previous experience or proficiency with accounting/ERP systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, SAP, or similar).
Medium proficiency in Excel (formulas, VLOOKUP, pivot tables).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information responsibly.
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