Accounting Assistant - Itasca, Illinois

Actus Consulting Group; Itasca (IL); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Actus Consulting Group is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support AP functions and general accounting tasks in a hybrid Chicago-area office (3 days in office).

This entry-level role handles expense reimbursements, vendor invoices, and month-end tasks, with training provided. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential, as is the ability to work with a small team in a cross-cultural setting, including familiarity with Japanese workflows.

Qualifications

• Less than 3 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic accounting knowledge required; bookkeeping coursework or certification is a plus.
• Intermediate English reading and writing skills.
• Japanese language proficiency preferred (Japanese is the primary language used in the office).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.

Responsibilities

• Process employee expense reports and receipts
• Review, record, and reconcile vendor invoices and general expense invoices
• Perform Accounts Payable (AP) functions, including payment processing and account reconciliation
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation
• Provide administrative support as needed
• Assist with month-end closing activities

Skills

English (intermediate)

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bookkeeping coursework or certification

Tools

SAP

Emburse

BILL

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description / Qualifications

Position

Accounting Assistant

Location

Hybrid (3 days in office)

Schedule

Full-time, 37.5 hours/week

Working Hours

9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Start Date

Immediate

Position Summary

A Japanese trading company is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support its accounting and administrative operations. This position is primarily responsible for Accounts Payable (AP) functions, including expense reimbursement processing, invoice handling, and payment reconciliation. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level accounting professional or someone seeking a stable, routine-based accounting role.

Responsibilities

• Process employee expense reports and receipts
• Review, record, and reconcile vendor invoices and general expense invoices
• Perform Accounts Payable (AP) functions, including payment processing and account reconciliation
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation
• Provide administrative support as needed
• Assist with month-end closing activities

Qualifications

• Less than 3 years of accounting experience preferred
• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply
• Basic accounting knowledge required; bookkeeping certification or equivalent accounting coursework is a plus
• Intermediate English reading and writing skills
• Japanese language proficiency preferred (Japanese is the primary language used in the office)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Team-oriented, cooperative, and willing to learn

Software Used

• SAP (Accounting Entries)
• Emburse (Expense Management)
• BILL (Accounts Payable & Payments)

Additional Information

Overtime is generally minimal; occasional overtime may be required during month-end closing periods (typically less than 5 hours per month).

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Familiarity with Japanese business culture is a plus.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience

Accounting: 1 year (Required)