Staff Accountant II

Illinois Tool Works; Orting (WA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Tool Works is seeking a mid-level Staff Accountant in an in-office environment to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAAP. Primary duties include AP/AR processing, month-end close support, reporting and analysis in a manufacturing setting.

The role emphasizes journal entries, inventory control, budget forecasting and cross-functional collaboration, with a focus on improving processes and maintaining internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with 3–5 years of experience.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• ERP experience with Epicor is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process Accounts Payable transactions: input invoices, verify approvals and GL codes, research discrepancies and issue vendor payments.
• Process monthly Accounts Receivable transactions: review pricing, issue invoices and statements, apply payments to customer accounts in Epicor.
• Post inventory adjustments and research discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain supporting schedules and other documentation.
• Assist with cycle counting, physical inventory and cost roll processes.
• Ensure internal controls to maintain integrity of financial reporting.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual budget forecasting and analysis.
• Support corporate reporting requirements and deadlines.
• Solve accounting problems with medium complexity and propose solutions.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports for management.

Skills

Cost accounting

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

GAAP

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent worker

Process improvement

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Epicor ERP

Excel

Job description

Job Description:

This is a mid-level Staff Accountant position. This position requires a proactive attitude by a detail-oriented person, with a high level of organization, ensuring accuracy and legal compliance with financial documents. Primary duties will include AP/AR responsibilities, along with supporting month end close procedures, reporting and analysis.

Scope and Function:

• Process Accounts Payable transactions: accurately input invoices utilizing Epicor, verify approvals and provide GL codes, research invoice discrepancies, issue vendor payments.

• Process monthly receivable transactions: review and verify pricing, issue invoices and account statements to customers, apply payments to customer accounts in Epicor.

• Post inventory adjustments and research inventory discrepancies.

• Prepare monthly journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Maintain supporting schedules and other documentation.

• Assists with our cycle counting, physical inventory and cost roll processes.

• Ensure proper adherence of internal controls to maintain the integrity of financial reporting.

• Assists with monthly, quarterly and annual budget forecasting and analysis.

• Supports and assists with corporate reporting requirements and deadlines.

• Solves accounting problems with medium complexity, analyzing and recommending possible solutions.

• Prepare ad-hoc reports for management, as needed.

• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.

Skills/Ability:

• Knowledge of cost accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and cost control principles includingGenerally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Attention to detail, ensuring accurate processing of financial transactions.

• Proven time management skills and ability to work under strict deadlines.

• Ability to work independently and problem solve issues with co-workers.

• Identify opportunities for process and procedure improvements and work with management to implement.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills are required, especially Microsoft Excel to analyze and compare large data files using pivot tables, formulas, and other data tools.

• Strong communications skills, both written and verbal.

• Collaborate with other functional areas, building confidence and credibility.

• Epicor ERP experience preferred.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance – 3-5 years of experience.

• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• In office and manufacturing environment.

• Ability Lifting up to 25 lbs.

• On-site 100%

Compensation Information:

Salary Exempt Position: $78,000 - $86,000 annual.

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