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).
Woodridge, IL Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $60,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Customer communication Spreadsheets High school diploma or GED Quality data entry Full Job Description
ABOUT COOK'S DIRECT
Founded in 1997, Cook's Direct was the first company to specialize in food service equipment and supplies for correctional facilities. Drawing on deep operational experience, we built an organization that understands the unique demands of high-volume, high-pressure institutional environments. Since then, we have grown our partnerships to include correctional, educational, and institutional facilities across the country.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Cook's Direct is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounting Generalist to provide day-to-day support across our accounting team. This role handles high-volume data entry, supports both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, maintains accurate records, and assists with reconciliations and administrative tasks.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounting Data Entry & Recordkeeping Enter invoices, credits, and journal entry support data accurately and in a timely manner Maintain organized digital records of invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation File and retrieve accounting documents to support month-end close, audits, and internal requests Accounts Payable Support Assist with monitoring the AP inbox, routing invoices, statements, and vendor inquiries promptly Match vendor invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation before processing Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on missing invoices or credits Accounts Receivable Support Process and apply customer payments (checks, ACH, credit card) accurately to customer accounts Prepare and send customer invoices, statements, and payment reminders Research and resolve payment application discrepancies and short pays Reconciliations & Administrative Support Assist with bank and account reconciliations under the direction of senior accounting staff Maintain vendor and customer records, including W-9s and tax exemption certificates Sort and deliver internal mail on a regular schedule Support other accounting tasks and projects as needed; other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree in accounting or business a plus 1+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or office administration experience Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort learning ERP/accounting software Strong attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume data entry Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage recurring deadlines and prioritize a varied workload
PREFERRED SKILLS
Experience with ERP or accounting software (Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) Accounting experience in a distribution, retail, or product-based company Familiarity with three-way matching (purchase order, receipt, invoice) Experience with cash application or customer billing Familiarity with W-9 collection or tax exemption certificate maintenance Working knowledge of basic accounting principles (debits/credits, AP, AR)
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
Detail-oriented — catches errors before they become problems and takes pride in accuracy Organized — keeps records, filing, and deadlines under control without dropping the ball Dependable — handles recurring daily tasks consistently and follows through to completion Eager to learn — wants to grow accounting skills and take on increasing responsibility Communicative — works professionally with vendors, customers, and internal teams Adaptable — comfortable shifting priorities and pitching in where needed in a growing company
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, and vision) Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays 401(k) plan Professional development opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer Cook's Direct, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply. To apply, visit cooksdirect.com/careers
