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Accounting Coordinator

Job in Downers Grove, DuPage County, Illinois, 60515, USA
Listing for: CJ America Bio
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-14
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting Assistant, Accounting & Finance
  • Finance & Banking
    Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Accounting Coordinator

The Accounting Coordinator is responsible for creating accurate and timely financial records for the company. This includes preparing day-to-day accounting operations, including Accounts Receivable, general ledger reconciliations, and vendor/customer master data management to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the company. Additionally, this role supports month-end closing, audit requests, and compliance with company policies and relevant regulatory standards.

This individual should be analytical, collaborative, and trustworthy.

Job Description and Responsibilities
  • Support finance team creating and editing financial documents.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, preparing journal entries and supporting schedules.
  • Support audits by analyzing financial information and identifying discrepancies with proper documentation
  • Prepare and verify accounting process for payment with accurate reconciliation with related evidence.
  • Monitor budget system entries in the ERP and support other departments with budget-related inquiries.
  • Support duties and functions related to accounts receivable and share status to related departments.
  • Monitor outstanding balances by creating weekly reports and issue formal collection notices/dunning letters for overdue accounts.
  • Assist in evaluating corporate credit limits, payment terms, and credit risk exposure
  • Manage vendor and customer master data setup in compliance with company policies.
  • Overseeing corporate credit card application, issuance, and account administration
  • Maintaining travel expense policies and monitoring cost controls
  • Train new staff on reimbursement procedures and baseline accounting workflows as needed.
  • Assist with accounting control by following company policies and procedures, complying with federal, state, and local financial, legal requirements.
  • Act as a point of contact between internal departments and accounting, serving as a liaison between accounting and external parties, including clients, suppliers, and lenders.
  • Maintain and safeguard accounting records and files.
  • Data entry into the financial system
  • Organize the bookkeeping processes of the company.
Supervisory Responsibilities
  • None.
Job Qualifications,

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
  • OR
  • Associate's degree & 2 years of directly related experience.
  • OR
  • High school diploma / GED & 4 years of directly related experience.
  • SAP experience preferred.
  • Travel:
    Up to 5% travel may be required for this position.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Knowledge of accounting or bookkeeping practices.
  • Ability to work extended hours beyond the normal work schedule during closings and audits, as needed.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
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