Staff Accountant

JOB TITLE: Staff Accountant

SUMMARY: ACS is a value-added distributor located in Westmont, IL. We are searching for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This position is responsible for supporting all our day-to-day accounting activities, as well as monthly and yearly accounting cycles. In addition, the Staff Accountant maintains a high level of communication with internal ACS departments and external vendors, creditors, and business partners. Pay range is commensurate with experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares general ledger journal entries, fixed asset tracking, monthly balance sheet reconciliation, and bank reconciliation.
• Prepares and analyzes financial and operational reports; prepares reports required by regulatory agencies, banks, investors, and other external parties.
• Manages monthly accounting close cycle; prepares month-end financial statement.
• Reviews, evaluates, and implements accounting systems, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinates annual independent audit and preparation of annual tax documents.
• Generates and files monthly financial reports.
• Develops, analyzes, and prepares periodic financial statements for timely distribution to management.
• Assists with accounts payable functions including but not limited to verifying invoices, expense reports, check requests, and purchase requisitions; entering data into accounts payable system; and processing weekly check runs.
• Assists with accounts receivable functions including but not limited to mitigating credit risk, applying payments to appropriate accounts, monthly invoicing, reconciling customer accounts, and handling customer inquiries.
• Uses EDI to transmit data to clients.
• Reconciles petty cash fund.
• Assists with budget preparation.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly journals.
• Performs daily banking procedures.
• Maintains fixed asset and related depreciation schedules.
• Prepares monthly tax returns.
• Analyzes and reconciles general ledger accounts.
• Coordinates implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures.
• Reviews and analyzes the organization's accounting operation; recommends improvements.
• Assists with related special projects as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) in accounting or finance or equivalent.
• Two to four years related experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and motivate subordinates.
• Experience using EDI preferred
• Proficiency with NetSuite a plus.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Office programs.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of management.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Basic competence in duties and tasks of supervised employees.
• Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person