Accounting Associate Focal Pointe Caseyville, IL Job Details Full-time $22 - $25 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Communication with suppliers Customer communication Financial close processing Accounts receivable management Financial performance report preparation 3 years Finance Invoice payment processing Financial workflow efficiency improvements Cash reconciliation Vendor communication Organizational skills Closing the books Financial audit support Business Accounting Bank reconciliation Entry level Full Job Description Launch Your Accounting Career with an Award-Winning Employer- Focal Pointe Just graduated with an accounting or business degree? Looking for an opportunity where you can build your skills, gain hands-on experience, and learn from an experienced finance team? We at Focal Pointe are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our growing Finance Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an early career accounting professional who wants exposure to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, month-end processes, financial reporting, and accounting technology. You'll work alongside our Controller and finance team while gaining experience that will help build a strong foundation for your accounting career. As a National Top Workplace and Lawn & Landscape Top 100 company, we believe our people are our greatest investment, and we're committed to helping employees learn, grow, and succeed. What You'll Learn and Do In this role, you'll gain experience with a wide variety of accounting functions, including: Processing vendor invoices and payments. Managing customer payments and supporting collections. Reconciling vendor and customer accounts. Assisting with month-end and year-end closing activities. Preparing journal entries and financial reports. Performing bank reconciliations and monitoring cash activity. Supporting annual financial audits. Learning ERP and accounting automation systems, including Acumatica and Yooz. Working with internal departments, vendors, and customers to resolve accounting questions. Helping identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency. Every day offers an opportunity to expand your knowledge while contributing to a collaborative and supportive finance team. Who We're Looking For This role could be a great fit if you: Recently earned a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. Have internship, part-time, or up to three years of accounting experience. Enjoy solving problems and working with numbers. Have strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Communicate professionally with teammates, customers, and vendors. Are eager to learn new systems and continue developing your accounting knowledge. Take ownership of your work and enjoy being part of a team. Why Focal Pointe? At Focal Pointe, you'll find more than a job. You'll find a company that invests in its employees and provides opportunities to grow your career. Benefits Include Competitive pay Medical, dental, and vision insurance Company-paid life insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and paid holidays Ongoing training and professional development Opportunities for career advancement Supportive, team-oriented culture The opportunity to work for a nationally recognized, award-winning employer If you're ready to begin your accounting career with a company that values growth, teamwork, and continuous learning, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your accounting career with Focal Pointe.

Pay:

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person