Accounting Associate

About the role

We are seeking a hands-on Accounting professional to support our accounting team during a period of organizational change and an upcoming ERP transition from SYSPRO to SAP. This individual will work across multiple accounting functions and help ensure day-to-day operations continue running smoothly while the team prepares for the system conversion.

Responsibilities

• Process and support Accounts Payable activities, which is the largest area of focus.
• Assist with Accounts Receivable processes and provide customer account support.
• Maintain and support fixed asset accounting records.
• Prepare and update Excel-based reports and accounting schedules.
• Assist with month-end close activities.
• Support account reconciliations and general accounting functions.
• Generate ad hoc financial and operational reports for the finance team.
• Assist with purchasing-related reporting and analysis.
• Support accounting process improvements related to the SAP implementation.
• Help with data validation, cleanup, and other ERP transition activities as needed.
• Collaborate with finance leadership and accounting staff on special projects and day-to-day accounting needs.

Requirements

• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong in Accounts Payable and general accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience using SYSPRO is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work across multiple accounting functions and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to jump in where needed.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Prior SAP implementation or ERP conversion experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This position is fully onsite in Morton Grove, IL. The accounting team is currently lean due to recent turnover and organizational changes. The team is working through restructuring while also preparing for the SAP transition by year-end. This role requires flexibility, patience, and a hands-on approach, with the ability to wear multiple hats in a changing environment. The working hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Morton Grove, IL.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Benefits

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)