Accountant

CFS; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its finance team in Aurora, IL. This role focuses on accurate financial reporting and cross-department collaboration to support a growing business.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical accounting skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work well with multiple departments to ensure timely and accurate closes.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• 3+ years General Accounting experience.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts.
• Handle month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities.
• Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
• Prepare balance sheet, profit and loss statements, and other reports.
• Prepare reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to monthly close process.
• Establish, modify, document, and coordinate accounting procedures and controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal comms

Education

BS in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Job description

About The Company

Our client, a well-established global organization with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its finance team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their experience in a collaborative environment while supporting a growing business.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

Responsibilities Of The Accountant

• The Accountant will compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts.
• The Accountant will also handle month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities.
• Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
• Prepare balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize current and projected company financial position.
• Prepare reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to monthly close process.
• Establish, modify, document, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.

Experience Preferred For The Accountant

• BS in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• 3+ years General Accounting
• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills