ACCOUNTANT

Andisil; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Andisil in Waukegan, IL, seeks an experienced accountant to oversee daily accounting processes and manage Accounts Payable. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 5+ years of experience, ensuring compliance with GAAP and improving accounting efficiency.

This role involves preparing financial statements, assisting with audits, and leading the month-end close processes. Strong Excel skills and CPA credentials are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with Excel advanced formulas and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Own Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely vendor payments.
• Prepare financial statements and assist with investor reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Accounts Payable management

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA or CPA‑eligible

Tools

Sage X3

Job description

Summary

Processes daily AP and other accounting related data.

Accounting

• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Reconcile capital accounts and balance sheet ledger balances.
• Maintain supporting schedules for investments, debt, accruals, and other assets, Prepaid expenses, and other liabilities.
• Assist in preparation of financial statements and investor reporting packages.
• Prepare quarterly variance analysis.

Cash Management & Controls

• Process wires and ACH payments in accordance with internal approval procedures.
• Ensure compliance with internal control policies.

Accounts Payable

• Owns Accounts Payable function, providing hands‑on leadership to ensure timely and accurate billing, vendor payments, and reconciliations.
• Assist with resolution of AR and AP issues and step in as needed to support daily operations in a small‑team environment.

Audit, Compliance & Process Improvement

• Ensure adherence to firm policies, GAAP, and fund governing documents.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency.
• Maintain documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist in preparation of audit schedules and respond to auditor requests.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, reconciliations, etc.).
• CPA or CPA‑eligible strongly preferred.
• Experience with Sage X3 a plus.

Additional Attributes

AB Silicones is a fast‑paced company, where success comes from a mix of technical ability and key intangibles such as flexibility and intellectual curiosity coupled with an ownership mentality, and a proactive approach to problem solving.