<p>We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support daily accounting operations and help maintain accurate, timely financial reporting for the organization in Wadsworth, Illinois. This position plays a key role in cash management, month-end close, account reconciliation, tax compliance, and internal control review. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting experience, advanced Excel capabilities, and a careful, analytical approach to resolving discrepancies and meeting deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and review of financial records and supporting reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Monitor daily banking activity, build cash flow reporting, and reconcile cash-related transactions across multiple locations while investigating irregularities.</p><p>• Record credit card processing charges each day and resolve variances by tracing activity and coordinating with appropriate parties.</p><p>• Review site-generated documentation for accuracy and compliance with established procedures and internal control expectations.</p><p>• Maintain real estate tax schedules, process payments by required deadlines, and record related accrual entries in the general ledger.</p><p>• Support accounts payable administration by setting up new vendors and maintaining account information for AP activity as needed.</p><p>• Lead monthly close tasks by preparing and posting journal entries, including accruals and other recurring adjustments, within established deadlines.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet and receivable-related accounts, research outstanding differences, and work with management to bring issues to resolution.</p><p>• Prepare and submit recurring tax filings, including motor fuel and sales tax returns, while tracking rate updates and applying changes accurately.</p><p>• Assist with annual accounting activities such as 1099 reporting, audit support, insurance renewal documentation, and other controller-led initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>• Profit Sharing plan</p><p>• Dental insurance</p><p>• Health insurance</p><p>• Life insurance</p><p>• Paid time off</p><p>• Vision Insurance</p>