Entry-Level Staff Accountant

Job Description

Entry-Level Staff Accountant | CFS

The Tone:
This is a full-time hybrid role at a well-established manufacturer, located in Gurnee, IL. Our client is a growing organization in the north suburbs looking to expand its accounting team. This position is a great opportunity for an Entry-Level Staff Accountant to build a strong foundation in corporate accounting. The role is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting key accounting processes within a collaborative team environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid Gurnee, IL
• Pay: $60000–$65000 yearly
• Team: Collaborative team environment with experienced accounting professionals
• Mission: This person will contribute to the accurate maintenance of financial records and assist with month-end close processes.
• Tech Stack: Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Assist: Contribute to the month-end close process.
• Prepare: Create and post journal entries.
• Maintain: Ensure accurate financial records are kept.
• Perform: Execute bank and general ledger reconciliations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: 0–4 years of accounting experience; internships welcome.
• Skills: Solid Excel skills.