Entry-Level Accountant / Financial Analyst

Job Description

Staff Accountant- recent grad | CFS

The Tone:
This is an Entry-Level Accountant / Financial Analyst role, located in Elkhart, IN. The company, CFS, is a stable and growing organization in the South Bend area. This role offers a great opportunity for a recent graduate to begin their career, providing exposure to various areas of accounting and financial analysis. Join a supportive finance team that provides training and mentorship to help build strong accounting and financial analysis skills.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person Elkhart, IN
• Pay: $50000–$65000 yearly
• Team: Supportive finance team providing training and mentorship
• Mission: This person will contribute to maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, and assisting with financial analysis.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Records: Assist with account reconciliations, journal entries, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Month-End Support: Support month-end close activities and preparation of financial reports.
• Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data and assist with budgeting, reporting, and operational analysis.
• Transaction Processing: Work with the accounting team on accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks.
• Project Participation: Contribute to various special projects alongside the accounting team.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; this is an Entry-Level role.
• Experience: 0–2 years of experience, with internships or part-time accounting work being welcome.
• Skills: Strong Excel skills.
• Bonus: Attention to detail, motivated, organized, and eager to learn in a team environment.