Staff Accountant I

TransChicago Truck Group; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Accident Coverage

Critical Illness

Cancer Insurance

Pet Insurance

Identity Theft Insurance

Job summary

TransChicago Truck Group in Elmhurst, IL is seeking a Staff Accountant to perform general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and supporting reporting. This on-site role partners with leadership to ensure financial accuracy across the dealership.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Accounting, 2–4 years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP/dealership systems (Procede/Excede, CDK).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 2–4 years of experience in general accounting; dealership or multi-entity experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and analytic/organizational skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist Accounting Leadership in ensuring all accounts are current and accurate.
• Prepare financial, statistical, and operational reports as requested.
• Participate in month-end closing, reconciling GL accounts and analyzing variances.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Procede/Excede

CDK

Job description

At TransChicago Truck Group, we keep the trucks and people that power our economy rolling. We’re a full-service commercial truck dealership representing Freightliner and Western Star by providing sales, service, and parts for the trucks that keep goods on the road. We’re a family-owned, fast-growing dealership group that values curiosity, teamwork, and growth. If you’re the kind of person who likes to learn by doing and see the impact of your work every day, you’ve found the right spot.

We're looking for a Staff Accountant who own performing general ledger account reconciliations, preparing and recording journal entries, maintaining financial schedules, assisting with month-end and year-end closings, and supporting departmental reporting and compliance activities. This role supports both corporate and location-level accounting and works closely with Senior Accounting Leadership to ensure financial accuracy and consistency across the organization.

This role will be on-site at our Elmhurst dealership location.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Assist Accounting Leadershipin ensuring that all accounts are current and accurate.
• Compile information and prepare financial, statistical, and operational reports as requested.
• Participate in the month-end closing process, including reconciling general ledger accounts, analyzing variances, and recording vendor and intercompany statements prior to close.
• Prepare and post daily, monthly, and annual journal entries, recurring accruals, and general ledger schedules.
• Reconcile various general ledger accounts and ensure supporting documentation is properly maintained.
• Focus on Parts/Service Accounting and Truck Sales Accounting.
• Assist in the completion of the annual review/audit by preparing schedules and providing supporting documentation.
• Cross-train in Accounts Receivableand Accounts Payable functions to provide backup coverage and enhance process consistency.
• Assist in performing year-end physical inventories and related reconciliations.
• Assist with implementing and maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for improved efficiency, automation, and reporting accuracy.
• Provide other accounting and administrative support as needed.

Education and/or Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in general accounting; dealership or multi-entity experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel) required.
• Experience with ERP or dealership management systems (e.g., Procede/Excede, CDK, or similar) preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation:$60,000-$65,000. Salary will be determined based on experience, competencies, certifications and education.
• Benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Additional voluntary benefits: We also offer a variety of other benefits including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Insurance

TransChicago Truck Group is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. TransChicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.