Accounting Associate III

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc.; Hampshire Township (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Associate III in Hampshire, IL to conduct monthly reconciliations, assist with month-end journal entries, and support standard costing to reflect accurate product profitability.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Operations and timely financial analysis in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will have 3-7 years of cost accounting experience, strong SOX knowledge, and familiarity with ERP systems such

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in Cost Accounting or related accounting functions in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and SOX compliance.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with accounting systems such as UMS and Microsoft Dynamics NAV (NAV) preferred.
• Prior experience with SAP and/or in the food service or distribution industry is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team approach.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed accounting reconciliations monthly
• Assist with month end journal entries: account for inventory, pending invoices, intercompany transactions, etc.
• Partner with Operations and communicate complex financial themes in a succinct manner
• Maintain accurate standard costing to reflect true product profitability
• Financial analysis or costs and profitability trends

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Multitasking

SOX compliance

Tools

UMS

Microsoft Dynamics NAV

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Accounting Associate III

Location: Hampshire, IL 60140

Duration: 6+ Months

Schedule: Monday - Friday ( 8:30 am to 5:30 am Central Time Zone with 1 hour lunch break (Lunch: 1-hour unpaid break)

Interviews: Will be done over Teams

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed accounting reconciliations monthly
• Assist with month end journal entries: account for inventory, pending invoices, intercompany transactions, etc.
• Partner with Operations and communicate complex financial themes in a succinct manner
• Maintain accurate standard costing to reflect true product profitability
• Financial analysis or costs and profitability trends

Dress Code

• Business casual (e.g., jeans with button-down shirt)

Qualifications & Experience

• 3-7 years of experience in Cost Accounting or related accounting functions in a food manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and SOX compliance.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with accounting systems such as UMS and Microsoft Dynamics NAV (NAV) preferred.
• Prior experience with SAP and/or in the food service or distribution industry is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team approach.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new systems and processes.

Core Competencies

• Accounts Payable expertise
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Time management and prioritization
• Attention to detail
• Systems proficiency
• Adaptability and initiative