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Staff Accountant
Job Description
JOB FUNCTIONS
Assist accounts payable with 3-way match & vendor payments Responsible for preparing journal entries for period end (monthly, quarterly, annually) Responsible for reporting & reconciling monthly intercompany transactions, quarterly reports, and generation of financial statements Responsible for taking ownership of the full cycle of reporting on fixed assets including sub ledger & CIP account transactions, responsible for various account reconciliations including bank reconciliation. Responsible for preparing monthly financial reporting package for parent company. Responsible for preparing and analyzing various daily, weekly, and monthly reports for management. Manage physical inventory process of indirect materials as needed. Will be cross trained in other departments based on internal needs. Perform other special projects as required from time to time.JOB REQUIRMENTS
Bachelor's degree with accounting major 2 - 5 years' experience in accounting, manufacturing experience preferred Ability to organize well during multi-faceted projects. Ability to be 'hands-on' and work as a collaborator. JDE EnterpriseOne or equivalent preferred Sage for fixed assets management system or equivalent preferred Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, PowerPoint Ability to keep the trial balance of accounts in order (month to month) Basic ability to analyze financial statements. Excellent communication skillsRequirements:
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection are required in the Manufacturing Plant. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts; hazards common to industrial settings; chemicals, vibration, and loud noises. Safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical resistant gloves and bump caps for this position must be worn on the production floor. Other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required. Jobs on the production floor require a minimum 40-hour workweek. Overtime may be required. The pace of work is steady and fast. NTA treats all employees and applicants according to their individual qualifications, abilities, and experiences and adheres to all local and national employment rules and regulations where we operate. NTA does not tolerate discrimination due to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, protected veteran/military status, or any other legally protected trait. NTA offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including choice of medical plans, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) Plan, separate company contribution to your 401(k) retirement account, Paid Time Off (PTO), and eligibility for tuition reimbursement. NTA is an equal opportunity employer that strongly supports diversity in the workplace.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
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An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$79,746 / year median in Illinois
-16% projected decline