Accounting Associate

Toyota Material Handling; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Toyota Material Handling is seeking a full-time Accounting Associate to join the New Equipment Sales Department in an office setting. You will manage billing, verify vendor invoices, and reconcile balance sheets while preparing monthly commissions data.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, with an Associate or Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred, and 1–3 years of related experience. Proficiency in Excel and Word is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• 1–3 years accounting, accounts payable/receivable, or general office experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage billing and invoicing activities for the new equipment sales department.
• Process, verify, and approve vendor invoices by matching purchase orders and investigating discrepancies.
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts monthly and resolve variances.
• Compile and analyze sales data to accurately calculate monthly commissions.
• Perform various administrative and office duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting

Attention to detail

Communication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

ERP software

Job description

Atlas Toyota Material Handling is currently hiring a full-time Accounting Associate to join our team. We are seeking a talented and motivated person to support the administration needs of the New Equipment Sales Department.

Why You’ll Love Working at Atlas:

• A Strong, People-First Culture: At Atlas, we believe a strong commitment to excellence, our people, our core values, and professional development opportunities are what make our company great. We also enjoy bringing our teams together through events such as food trucks, BBQ’s, holiday parties, celebration lunches, and sporting events.
• Personal & Family Balance: We value personal and family time and are proud to offer a Monday-Friday schedule.
• Rest and Relaxation: Our associates receive generous paid time off AND 8 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: This includes medical, dental and vision plans, with HSA and FSA options. Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability plans are also provided, plus a 401(k) plan with company match.
• Career Growth Opportunities: We support professional advancement through tuition reimbursement benefits and internal growth opportunities.

Get to Know the Atlas Team:

• At Atlas, you’re not just starting a job-you’re building a career. Learn more about what we offer on our careers page below.

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What You’ll Do Day-to-Day:

• Manage billing and invoicing activities for the new equipment sales department.
• Process, verify, and approve vendor invoices by matching purchase orders and investigating discrepancies.
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts monthly and resolve variances.
• Compile and analyze sales data to accurately calculate monthly commissions.
• Perform various administrative and office duties as assigned.

Requirements

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is preferred.
• 1-3 years of accounting, accounts payable/receivable, or general office experience is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Experience working with accounting or ERP software is preferred.Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial and employee information.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• This position is primarily performed in an office setting and involves prolonged periods of sitting and computer use. Occasional physical activities may be required, including, but is not limited to, standing, bending, crouching, twisting, pulling, pushing, and lifting (typically up to 50 lbs.), as needed.

Atlas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (veterans and individuals with disabilities included) and Drug Free Workplace.

Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market considerations, and geographic location