Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant (Contract)

Location: Lake Zurich, IL

Job Type: Contract | Full-Time | Onsite/Hybrid (based on client needs)

Join a Growing Team

LHH is partnering with a well-established company in the Lake Zurich area seeking a contract Staff Accountant to support key accounting and finance functions during a period of growth. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, working cross-functionally, and making an immediate impact.

If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems, and wants to gain exposure to a variety of accounting responsibilities, we'd love to connect with you.

• Prepare and post journal entries
• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts
• Assist with month-end and year-end close
• Maintain and analyze general ledger activity
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes as needed
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Prepare financial reports and schedules for management
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting
• Experience with account reconciliations and journal entries
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, Dynamics, or similar
• Manufacturing or distribution industry experience
• CPA or CPA-track candidate

• Competitive compensation
• Exposure to a variety of accounting functions
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to expand your skill set and gain valuable experience
• Potential for contract extension or permanent hire based on performance and business needs

Pay Details: $32.00 to $40.00 per hour

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• additional voluntary benefits
• EAP program
• commuter benefits
• 401K plan

Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

• Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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