Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Create and maintain monthly journal entries
• Assist in fixed asset additions and disposals
• Maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with monthly preparation of P&L’s
• Assist with the month end, year-end, and budget process
• Assist with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll functions
• Prepare documentation for auditors
• Answer financial questions by researching and interpreting data
• Provide internal and external accounting support
• Assist Accounting Managers in special projects
• Bank Deposits and petty cash
• Complete any additional tasks assigned by Accounting Managers

The Job Specifics:

• Location, Department, and Work Hours: Minooka Accounting, 8-4:30
• Reports To: Area Accounting Manager
• Travel Amount: May vary
• Job Type, EEO, and Job Code: Full-Time, Exempt

What We Are Looking For:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting preferred, similar degree programs and experience will also be taken into consideration in lieu of Bachelor’s degree

Experience

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional knowledge and experience in accounting management including problem solving, conflict resolution skills, consulting skills, operational management skills and analytical skills.
• Thorough knowledge of general accounting including thorough skills knowledge plus the application of general accounting theory.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Other Abilities You Will Need to Have: The physical demands described below are representative of those required of an individual performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Ethical, honest, and trustworthy with confidential information
• A starter that can work independently and coordinate with others
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to manage stress and productivity guidelines
• Good arithmetic, reading, and typing skills
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Be able to see, speak and hear
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or occasional standing, walking, lifting needed to conduct everyday activities.
• Understand and follow verbal instruction, written instruction, and company policies.
• Follow safety procedures at all times.

The Standard Details:

• Always maintain a professional manner in appearance and communications.
• Participate in staff and/or customer meetings if required.
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality systems.
• Identify and record any issues relating to product, processes and/or quality.
• Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through appropriate channels.
• Verify the implementation of solutions.
• Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.
• Participate in Safety and Educational Training.

What’s In It for You:

A great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered: 401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year; If elected, Blue Cross Blue Shield after 30 days of service; Company Life Insurance; and a bunch of other great perks.

Things We Need to Mention:

• The above job description may not include all tasks necessary to complete the job.
• Job functions may vary based on area of operation. The job description is a listing of the most common tasks the associate will be required to perform in that job area.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.