Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Holland, L.P.

The Tone:
This is a full-time, hybrid role for a Staff Accountant at Holland, L.P., located in University Park, IL. This position is central to the company’s financial health, requiring diligent preparation and analysis of financial records. The Staff Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, which is essential for operational transparency and supporting strategic business decisions. This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the foundational accounting practices of the organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, University Park, IL

• Mission: This person ensures the accurate recording and reconciliation of financial data to support robust financial reporting and operational transparency.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word (including V Lookups, H Lookups, Pivot Tables, If Then Statements, Concatenate, Graphic capabilities)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Account Entries: Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing financial data and account information.
• Month-End Close: Complete month-end close duties, including the preparation of journal entries, accruals, intercompany reconciliations, and reconciliation of multiple cash accounts.
• General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and resolving discrepancies in transactions.
• Variance Analysis: Prepare revenue and expense variance reporting, analysis, and provide explanations for identified differences.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies to ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial records.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required for this role.
• Experience: Candidates must have 2-4 years of prior accounting experience. Intermediate software skills are essential, with proven proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, including functions such as V Lookups, H Lookups, Pivot Tables, If Then Statements, Concatenate, and graphic capabilities.
• Skills: Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail are necessary. The role also requires strong written and oral communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues both within and outside the accounting department.
• Additional Requirements: Ability to successfully complete all pre-employment testing required by Holland L.P. is mandatory. Furthermore, candidates must maintain a valid driver’s license and adhere to the Corporate Fleet Policy.