Title: Accountant/Staff Accountant

Work Location: Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Duration: 6 Months

Job Type: Contract

Work Type: Onsite

Shift Timings: Mon - Friday

Pay Rate: $40.00 - $40.00/Hourly on W2

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• As the Senior Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for the daily and monthly operational accounting duties, including fixed assets, accruals, prepaids and other assets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies principles of finance and accounting to various accounting duties related to the Business Unit's financial and operational planning and reporting as directed by the Controller.
• Assist with the maintenance of the business unit’s internal financial processes and internal controls (SOX).
• Duties include the ability to develop system driven reports as well as the ability to analyze and interpret the resulting data.
• Prepare ad hoc and recurring monthly journal entries related.
• Assist in analysis of product costs, overhead absorption, abnormal fixed cost expenditures, etc.
• Daily interface with manufacturing personnel and production planners. Assist planning and scheduling to improve inventory controls and internal programs.
• Performs all balance sheet reconciliations to a high degree of accuracy, explaining any variances
• Owner of fixed asset subledger and capital expenditure tracking
• Provide back up to other members of team
• Assists with collections as needed

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from four-year college or university

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• At least three years related experience and/or training in all aspects of accounting and well versed in issues encountered by Controllers

Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interests, commission proportions, and percentages.
• Must be proficient in MS Excel and Word, ERP/MRP system.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Past experience should demonstrate the ability to perform at high levels in a fast-paced ever-changing work environment.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.