Staff Accountant

Job DescriptionJob Description Job Title:

Staff Accountant Location:

Downers Grove, IL (Hybrid Schedule)

Pay Range:

$30/HR - $35/

HR Benefits:

Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k ) Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for a Staff Accountant to join our client on a contract-to-hire basis. Located in Downers Grove, IL, the Staff Accountant will report to the Accounting Manager and support a collaborative accounting team within a growing manufacturing organization. This role will focus primarily on month-end close activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and accounting support functions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, be comfortable working in Excel and ERP systems, and be eager to grow within the organization. This opportunity offers a hybrid schedule with only two days onsite per week.

Staff Accountant Responsibilities:

Prepare and post recurring journal entries Assist with month-end close activities Prepare accruals for AP, tax, audit, IT, and professional fees Ensure Board of Director fees are properly expensed Prepare 30-40 account reconciliations monthly Support audit requests and provide documentation as needed Assist with tax accounting support functions (training provided) Work cross-functionally with internal departments and accounting leadership Utilize ERP systems and Excel to maintain accurate financial records Other duties as assigned

Staff Accountant Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required Strong Excel skills required, including experience with V-lookups Must be tech-savvy and comfortable working within ERP systems Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Manufacturing industry experience is a plus Oracle experience preferred, but not required If you or anyone you know is interested and qualified, please apply! Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Company DescriptionBrilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant's team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.

Company DescriptionBrilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant's team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.