Elgin, Illinois
Staff Accountant Job Opening in Elgin, Illinois - Purpose: The Staff Accountant utilizes broad accounting knowledge to contribute across multiple lines of business and focus areas within the Accounting team. The ability to grasp new concepts quickly and add value to a wide variety of accounting tasks are keys to success in the Staff Accountant role at Heritage Crystal Clean.
Essential Duties:
Preparation and posting of journal entries
Creation of Income Statements and other financial reports
Timely preparation of account reconciliations
Assistance with financial reporting, including SEC reporting deliverables
Accounting for fixed assets transactions
Compilation of inventory values and analysis of inventory changes
Collaboration with external auditors and the internal audit function
Contribution to analysis of business trends
Development and implementation of process improvements
Timely completion of ad-hoc project work, as assigned
Position Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Core Competencies
Capability to conform to established schedules and deadlines
Ability to read and comprehend detailed financial statements
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Excellent attention to detail and problem solving skills
Present a positive image of Heritage-Crystal Clean to fellow employees, external contacts, the general public
Work Experience
Up to 3 years of work experience in Accounting
Education, Certificates, Licenses, or Designations
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Specific Skills
Strong foundation in US GAAP accounting
The ability and desire to be a team player is crucial
Ability to grasp new concepts quickly
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
Proficient other Microsoft Office applications
Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains experience a plus
Strong written and oral communication skills are mandatory
Work Environment: * While performing essential duties of this position an individual regularly works indoors and may be required to sit for long periods. Individual will be required to regularly talk, hear, see, and often reach with hands, stand, walk, use a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other office equipment. Noise level of the environment is generally quiet. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.*
Benefits**
Medical and Dental
401K
Competitive salary
Paid time off
Short-term disability
Life and accident insurance
Advancement opportunities
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
To be considered for this opportunity, please apply online via our "careers" link at .
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Accounting: 3 years
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