Accountant

CFS; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Accountant role at CFS in South Bend is a hands-on position focused on cost analysis, journal entries, and month-end close. This 100% onsite role offers a collaborative environment with clear opportunities for growth within a top-ranked, rapidly expanding company.

You will maintain general ledger accounts, reconcile payables and freight, and analyze variances. A bachelor’s in accounting, 3+ years of experience (cost accounting preferred), advanced Excel, and ERP familiarity are required for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 3+ years accounting experience; cost accounting preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with a major ERP.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized and strong communicator across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost analysis and analyze purchase price variances.
• Maintain general ledger accounts; prepare accurate journal entries.
• Reconcile accounts payable and freight expenses; complete account reconciliations.
• Support month-end close with timely reconciliations and reporting.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Cost accounting

Communication across levels

ERP familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Company consistently ranks at the top of its industry and is rapidly growing with strong promotion-from-within
• Collaborative team culture—ideal for an inquisitive problem-solver who enjoys partnering across departments
• What employees say (Glassdoor): “Competitive pay and ability to grow”
• “Terrific PTO”
• “Everyone is invested in your success and pushes you to be the best”

Position: Accountant

Location: South Bend, IN (100% onsite)

About The Opportunity For An Accountant

• Company consistently ranks at the top of its industry and is rapidly growing with strong promotion-from-within
• Collaborative team culture—ideal for an inquisitive problem-solver who enjoys partnering across departments
• What employees say (Glassdoor): “Competitive pay and ability to grow”
• “Terrific PTO”
• “Everyone is invested in your success and pushes you to be the best”

Overview Of The Accountant Role

• Perform cost analysis and analyze purchase price variances
• Maintain general ledger accounts; prepare accurate journal entries
• Reconcile accounts payable and freight expenses; complete account reconciliations
• Support month-end close with timely reconciliations and reporting

Preferred Qualifications For The Accountant Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3+ years of accounting experience (cost accounting preferred)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; familiarity with a major ERP
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and creative problem-solver with strong communication skills across all levels

Salary

$52,500–$62,500 annually. Role is 100% onsite