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Job Title: Professional - Accountant

Work Location: -Mount Prospect ,IL 

Duration :  1 year Extended  

Job Description: 
As the Senior Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for the daily and monthly operational accounting duties, including fixed assets, accruals, prepaids and other assets.

• KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  Applies principles of finance and accounting to various accounting duties related to the Business Unit's financial and operational planning and reporting as directed by the Controller.
  Assist with the maintenance of the business unit’s internal financial processes and internal controls (SOX).
  Duties include the ability to develop system driven reports as well as the ability to analyze and interpret the resulting data.
  Prepare ad hoc and recurring monthly journal entries related.
  Assist in analysis of product costs, overhead absorption, abnormal fixed cost expenditures, etc.
  Daily interface with manufacturing personnel and production planners. Assist planning and scheduling to improve inventory controls and internal programs.
  Performs all balance sheet reconciliations to a high degree of accuracy, explaining any variances
  Owner of fixed asset subledger and capital expenditure tracking
  Provide back up to other members of team

Assists with collections as needed

• REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
  Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from four-year college or university
  Minimum Years of Work Experience: at least three years related experience and/or training in all aspects of accounting and well versed in issues encountered by Controllers
  Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interests, commission proportions, and percentages.
  Must be proficient in MS Excel and Word, ERP/MRP system.
  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  Past experience should demonstrate the ability to perform at high levels in a fast-paced ever-changing work environment.
  Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.