Staff Accountant at Beneficial Reuse Management Staff Accountant at Beneficial Reuse Management in River Grove, Illinois Posted in 3 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Company Overview:

Beneficial Reuse Management (BRM), based in Chicago, is a leading environmental services company focused on marketing industrial by-products and producing value-added products from high-volume, non-hazardous, reusable waste streams generated by utilities, municipalities and industrial companies. The Company offers innovative, sustainability-focused resource recovery solutions focused on agricultural, industrial, and infrastructure end markets. In May 2023, BRM acquired USA Gypsum, a Pennsylvania-based company specializing in the recycling of drywall waste. Through its proprietary process, USA Gypsum converts drywall waste into valuable resources for agriculture and industry, reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills and supporting a more sustainable future.

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant will support the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, ensuring accurate financial records and timely reporting. This role will assist with general ledger activity, reconciliations, and month-end close, while partnering closely with the Financial Controller to support financial processes across multiple business units. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow within a dynamic and expanding organization. This role requires the ability to work independently in a distributed environment while supporting employees across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting Operations

• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Support payroll coordination and related accounting entries Month-End Close & Reporting
• Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare account reconciliations, including bank, inventory, and balance sheet accounts
• Help compile financial reports and supporting schedules
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned close tasks Compliance & Audit Support
• Maintain organized documentation for audits and financial reviews
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures Process Improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies
• Assist with the implementation of new systems or process improvements
• Support standardization of accounting practices across business units and locations

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required 2-4+ years of accounting experience preferred Experience in manufacturing, agriculture, or industrial environments is a plus Basic understanding of accounting principles Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting software or ERP systems Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple priorities Self-motivated with the ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently Skilled at prioritizing and executing tasks across multiple projects Collaborative and experienced in cross-functional, team-oriented environments Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) required Experience with NetSuite (ERP), Asana (project management), and Klipfolio (business intelligence/dashboards) preferred

Working Environmental & Requirements:

In-office presence required Some intermittent travel to various manufacturing and processing facilities may be required Must be able to use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company policy and safety regulations What We Offer -

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience. $65,000 - $80,000 10% bonus opportunity Benefits package including health, dental, life, disability, and vision insurance offered 401(k) with company match Professional development opportunities