Staff Accountant

CFS; Lombard (IL); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Staff Accountant in Lombard, IL to provide key accounting support during a major general ledger system implementation. The role focuses on day-to-day accounting activities to keep the department running smoothly while leadership concentrates on the system conversion.

You will post journal entries, perform reconciliations, assist with AP/AR, and support accounting functions in a hybrid work environment (2 days onsite, 3 days remote).

Qualifications

• Experience with general ledger and account reconciliations
• Understanding of core accounting principles
• Strong Excel skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post general ledger journal entries
• Perform account reconciliations and variance analysis
• Manage allocations and support general accounting functions
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed
• Support payment processing and accounting-related administrative tasks

Skills

GL reconciliations

Excel proficiency

Multitasking

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Job description

Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to provide key accounting support during a major general ledger system implementation. This role will focus on the day-to-day accounting activities that keep the department running smoothly while leadership concentrates on the system conversion.

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to support a major general ledger implementation project


• Hybrid schedule (2 days onsite, 3 days remote)


• Exposure to a variety of accounting functions including GL, AP, AR, and reconciliations


• Flexible work schedule


• Collaborative team environment with strong leadership support

Key Responsibilities For The Staff Accountant

• Prepare and post general ledger journal entries


• Perform account reconciliations and variance analysis


• Manage allocations and support general accounting functions


• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed


• Support payment processing and accounting-related administrative tasks

Qualifications for the Staff Accountant

• Accounting experience with strong general ledger and reconciliation skills


• Understanding of core accounting principles


• Strong Excel skills


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills