Accountant - Leading Manufacturer - Evergreen Park, IL

Company: Michael Page
Location: Chicago
Posted on: September 24, 2024

Job Description:

As the Accountant, you will gain exposure to all aspects of the accounting and finance function. Reporting into the Accounting Manager, this individual will learn and assist with the corporate month-end close process, while also handling any ad hoc special projects to drive the business forward. In addition, you will also have a clear and fast track progression to become the Senior Accountant!

• Highly visible role, reporting to the Accounting Manager + Senior Leaders
• Remote working opportunities (2-3 days work from home)Client DetailsI'm partnered with the CFO at a global, $250M well-known manufacturer located in the loop (2-3 days in office). This client has their hand in manufacturing some of the coolest every day products! Due to the massive growth they have been experiencing, they are looking to bring on an Accountant to join their team due to an internal promotion.Description
  • Assist with the accounting department and the day-to-day operations
  • Month-end and year-end process including fixed assets, prepaids, and payroll
  • Assist in preparing the corporate financial reporting processes
  • Monitor capital expenditures verses budget
  • Liaison between third party vendors when it comes to managing the lease accounting
  • Process sales and use tax monthly
  • Support various other accounting special projects essential to the company's needs
  • Ad hoc projects as requestedProfile
    • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
    • 0-2 years of experience
    • CPA a plus
    • Manufacturing industry/experience a plus
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
    • Strong verbal and written communication skillsJob Offer
      • Highly competitive compensation package
      • Strong benefits (401k match)
      • Flexible work environment (2-3 days in office)
      • Highly visible role, reporting to the Accounting Manager and partnering with C-Suite
      • Fast progression and path to Senior Accountant
      • Leading manufacturer
      • Stable company with ample career progression
      • Awesome team cultureApply now and your resume will be considered within 24 hours!MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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