Accounting and Supply Chain Associate

Sustainable Staffing; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sustainable Staffing Inc. in Loves Park, IL is seeking an entry-level Accounting and Supply Chain Associate to gain hands-on experience across accounting, purchasing, inventory management, and international logistics.

The role offers exposure to multi-currency banking, financial reporting, demand forecasting, and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams as part of a supportive, growth-oriented team.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in accounting, finance, and/or supply chain management.
• Understanding of debits, credits, account reconciliations, and basic GAAP concepts.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong computer and keyboard skills.
• Ability to work with financial information across multiple currencies and international entities.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier invoices, payments, and accounts payable.
• Reconcile domestic and foreign-currency bank accounts.
• Develop weekly cash flow plans and accounts payable schedules.
• Manage sales tax collection and reporting across individual states.
• Create and maintain purchase orders for components, raw materials, and finished goods.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts for manufacturing locations.
• Monitor supplier lead times, pricing, and performance.
• Coordinate inventory allocation across manufacturing sites and international markets.
• Monitor in-transit and on-hand inventory levels.
• Identify potential inventory shortages and excess stock.
• Support inventory cycle counts and accuracy initiatives.
• Coordinate international ocean freight and domestic shipments.
• Track shipment statuses and communicate potential delays.
• Support customs, trade compliance, and cross-border shipping documentation.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Position: Accounting and Supply Chain Associate

Location: Loves Park, IL 61111

Pay Rate: $20.00 to $25.00/hr BOE

Shift: 1st shift, Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Description:

This company in Loves Park, IL is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented accounting & supply chain associate to join its team. This is an entry-level opportunity for a recent accounting or finance graduate looking to gain hands-on experience across accounting, purchasing, inventory management, and international logistics. The ideal candidate has a four-year degree, strong analytical and organizational skills, and an interest in understanding how financial data influences business decisions. Candidates should be comfortable working with numbers, managing multiple priorities, and communicating with suppliers and internal teams.

Join a supportive, collaborative team that encourages professional development and provides hands‑on exposure to multiple areas of business operations. This opportunity offers experience working with international suppliers, multi‑currency banking, financial reporting, demand forecasting, and supply chain systems. Employees have the opportunity to develop a broad business skill set beyond traditional accounting responsibilities, with room to grow into more senior accounting or operations positions.

Accounting and Supply Chain Associate Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage supplier invoices, payments, and accounts payable.
• Reconcile domestic and foreign-currency bank accounts.
• Develop weekly cash flow plans and accounts payable schedules.
• Manage sales tax collection and reporting across individual states.
• Create and maintain purchase orders for components, raw materials, and finished goods.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts for manufacturing locations.
• Monitor supplier lead times, pricing, and performance.
• Coordinate inventory allocation across manufacturing sites and international markets.
• Monitor in‑transit and on‑hand inventory levels.
• Identify potential inventory shortages and excess stock.
• Support inventory cycle counts and accuracy initiatives.
• Coordinate international ocean freight and domestic shipments.
• Track shipment statuses and communicate potential delays.
• Support customs, trade compliance, and cross‑border shipping documentation.

Accounting and Supply Chain Associate Qualifications and Requirements

• Four‑year degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in accounting, finance, and/or supply chain management.
• Understanding of debits, credits, account reconciliations, and basic GAAP concepts.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong computer and keyboard skills.
• Ability to work with financial information across multiple currencies and international entities.
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

447105 / SUS – Harvard