Staff Accountant - Aurora, IL

Mitutoyo America Corporation; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

17 days PTO + 10 holidays

Year-end shutdown

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life

401(k) Plan + company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Recognition

Vacation and travel perks

Job summary

Mitutoyo America Corporation in Aurora, IL is seeking a Staff Accountant to join the Corporate Accounting team. This full-time role supports daily accounting, tax compliance, and process improvements in a global precision metrology company.

Responsibilities include posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, reviewing expenses and invoices, managing AP workflows, and assisting with sales/use tax filings and annual 1099 processing. Office-based, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles.
• Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Knowledge of sales tax regulations and compliance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post daily journal entries and analyze accounting transactions.
• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Review employee expense reports and supplier invoices for compliance with company policies.
• Serve as the Accounts Payable system administrator by maintaining: approval workflows, cost centers, approver lists, audit rules, system configuration.
• Administer the corporate credit card program, including issuance, termination, and reconciliations.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns for multiple jurisdictions.
• Maintain sales tax exemption certificates and respond to tax-related inquiries.
• Support income tax filings and tax payment processing.
• Assist with annual 1099 processing.
• Research accounting standards and tax regulations to ensure compliance.
• Serve as a liaison with government agencies and third-party service providers.
• Cross-train and provide backup support for other Accounting team members.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accounting processes and internal controls.

Skills

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Sales tax knowledge

Analytical thinking

Detail orientation

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Staff Accountant

Mitutoyo America Corporation
Aurora, IL
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Join a Global Leader in Precision Measurement

Mitutoyo America Corporation is the leading provider of precision measuring instruments, metrology solutions, and quality assurance technologies. We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team at our headquarters in Aurora, Illinois.

This position is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys balancing day-to-day accounting responsibilities with opportunities to improve processes, support tax compliance, and contribute to the financial success of a global organization.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy solving accounting challenges while maintaining accuracy and compliance, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do:

As a Staff Accountant, you will play an important role in maintaining the company’s financial records and supporting accounting and tax functions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Prepare and post daily journal entries and analyze accounting transactions.
• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Review employee expense reports and supplier invoices for compliance with company policies.
• Serve as the Accounts Payable system administrator by maintaining:
  • Approval workflows
  • Cost centers
  • Approver lists
  • Audit rules
  • System configuration
• Administer the corporate credit card program, including issuance, termination, and reconciliations.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns for multiple jurisdictions.
• Maintain sales tax exemption certificates and respond to tax-related inquiries.
• Support income tax filings and tax payment processing.
• Assist with annual 1099 processing.
• Research accounting standards and tax regulations to ensure compliance.
• Serve as a liaison with government agencies and third-party service providers.
• Cross-train and provide backup support for other Accounting team members.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accounting processes and internal controls.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles.
• Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Knowledge of sales tax regulations and compliance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Corporate accounting experience.
• Experience with ERP or Accounts Payable workflow systems.
• Experience supporting tax compliance and regulatory reporting.
• Knowledge of internal controls and accounting best practices.

Why Choose Mitutoyo America?

• Mitutoyo America Corporation is a leader in the field of precision measuring tools and instruments. We serve an important role in providing state-of-the-art measurement products to manufacturing companies throughout North America. We are the only full-line provider of Metrology solutions in North America that can satisfy every measurement challenge faced by our customers. Our benefits include:
  • Competitive Salary package - $31 - $33 per hour
  • Minimum 17 days PTO plus at least 10 paid holidays per year
  • Shut down period at the end of the year
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • STD, LTD, Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) Plan plus company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Service Recognition
  • Company Vacation House in Florida

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday–Friday
• 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
• No travel required

Work Environment

This position is based in our corporate headquarters in Aurora, Illinois. The role is primarily office-based and requires occasional movement throughout the office to access files and office equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mitutoyo America Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.