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Entry Level Staff Accountant

Job in Oakbrook Terrace, DuPage County, Illinois, USA
Listing for: MajorKey Tech
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-30
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk
  • Finance & Banking
    Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 56000 USD Yearly USD 42000.00 56000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who is eager to learn, take ownership, and gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of accounting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.
  • Process vendor invoices, payments, and employee expenses.
  • Prepare customer invoices and assist with collections and cash application.
  • Create, track, and reconcile purchase orders (POs) .
  • Assist with bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Prepare basic journal entries and supporting documentation.
  • Assist the Finance team with month-end and year-end close activities.
  • Help maintain accurate general ledger records and research discrepancies.
  • Assist with sales tax compliance and reporting using Avalara .
  • Maintain organized documentation for audits and financial reviews.
  • Work with internal departments to resolve billing, invoice , and PO questions.
  • Leverage AI tools and automation to improve accounting processes, reporting, reconciliations, and overall efficiency.
  • Assist with ad hoc Finance and Accounting projects as needed.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting , Finance, Business, or a related field .
  • 0–2 years of accounting experience ; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles, including AP, AR, and general ledger accounting.
  • Strong Excel skills and willingness to learn new financial systems.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Comfortable working with technology and utilizing AI tools to increase productivity and improve processes.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills .
  • Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
Preferred / Nice to Have
  • Experience or familiarity with Avalara for sales tax compliance.
  • Experience with Certinia (Financial Force) is a strong plus.
  • Previous internship or entry-level experience in Accounting or Finance.
  • Exposure to ERP, accounting, billing, or expense-management systems.

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Position Requirements
Less than 1 Year work experience
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