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7 results for Accountant Entry Level in Rockford, IL

Accountant

Loves Park, IL
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Loves Park, Illinois on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will play a key role in day-to-day accounting operations, supporting accurate financial reporting and strong balance sheet integrity. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting experience, works confidently in Excel, and can manage fixed asset activity alongside core general ledger responsibilities. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records across routine and period-end accounting activities. • Support monthly and quarterly close processes by reviewing account activity, resolving variances, and helping ensure timely reporting. • Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other general ledger items to confirm completeness and accuracy. • Maintain the general ledger and assist with profit and loss reporting through careful review of financial data. • Oversee fixed asset accounting, including recording additions, tracking usage, calculating depreciation, and updating the asset register. • Perform asset reconciliations and help verify fixed asset inventory records to support accurate financial statements. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders on accounts payable and accounts receivable matters that affect ledger accuracy and reporting. • Use advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables and lookup tools, to analyze data and support accounting decisions.
2026-05-14T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Elgin, IL
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Temporary / Contract
32.357 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Tax Accountant to join a growing construction-focused organization in Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage tax compliance, support month-end activities, and help maintain accurate financial records in a fast-paced environment. The role begins fully onsite and may offer a hybrid schedule after the initial onboarding period, based on business needs. This opportunity offers meaningful exposure to core accounting operations with room to expand responsibilities over time. Responsibilities: • Manage sales and use tax compliance from preparation through submission across multiple jurisdictions and legal entities. • Complete recurring tax filings on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis while ensuring timely and accurate reporting. • Reconcile tax-related accounts, identify variances, and resolve discrepancies through research and analysis. • Maintain fixed asset records by tracking acquisitions, disposals, and related accounting treatment. • Evaluate spending transactions to determine whether they should be capitalized or recorded as operating expenses in line with company policy. • Post and allocate cash receipts to the appropriate customer records or general ledger accounts. • Support the integrity of the general ledger by maintaining financial records, preparing journal entries, and analyzing account activity. • Perform monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations and contribute to an efficient month-end close cycle. • Review overhead and other expense accounts to improve classification accuracy and ensure proper financial reporting. • Assist in determining the correct accounting treatment for new transactions and prepare supporting entries as needed.
2026-05-14T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Rockford, IL
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our team in Rockford, Illinois in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role supports core financial operations by maintaining accurate records, assisting with routine accounting activities, and helping ensure reporting is completed on time. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across payables, receivables, billing, and reconciliations while using established processes to investigate and correct variances. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks that support recurring accounting activities across daily, monthly, and annual cycles. • Process invoices, payments, and customer transactions while helping maintain accurate accounts payable and accounts receivable records. • Prepare and update financial and operational reports by compiling accounting, statistical, production, or technical data as needed. • Review account activity, identify discrepancies, and research issues to support timely resolution and accurate recordkeeping. • Perform reconciliations for assigned accounts to confirm balances, transactions, and supporting documentation are complete and correct. • Support billing operations by entering, reviewing, and verifying transaction details in accordance with established procedures. • Use Microsoft Excel to organize financial information, track activity, and assist with routine analysis and reporting. • Assist with inventory-related record checks, including cycle count support and related accounting adjustments when required.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Hampshire, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting for assigned entities in Hampshire, Illinois. This role will manage key close activities, maintain general ledger integrity, and partner with business stakeholders on cash flow visibility and account analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong month-end close experience, sound judgment with journal entries and reconciliations, and a proactive approach to improving accuracy across daily accounting activities. Responsibilities:• Lead the month-end close cycle for designated companies, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are complete.• Maintain general ledger activity by reviewing, updating, and reconciling transactions related to revenue, payroll, and operating costs.• Prepare and record journal entries for accruals, deferrals, prepaid expenses, and other routine accounting adjustments.• Apply consistent account coding practices to support accurate expense reporting and alignment with the established chart of accounts.• Provide oversight to daily and weekly cash application and bank reconciliation work performed by offshore accounting support.• Review short-term cash flow projections and accounts payable coding each week in coordination with member company controllers.• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accounts such as prepaids, accrued liabilities, and corporate card activity.• Investigate discrepancies, resolve reconciling items, and help strengthen the accuracy of financial data across the close process. Medical, Dental, Vision 401k and paid time off
2026-05-14T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Loves Park, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core financial operations in Rosemont, Illinois. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate records, delivering timely financial reporting, and helping leadership understand financial performance through clear analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to improve accounting processes while supporting audit and compliance needs. Responsibilities:• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and review account activity to identify trends, discrepancies, and unusual variances.• Oversee general ledger activity by posting and reviewing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and ensuring records remain accurate and complete.• Perform account, bank, and subledger reconciliations and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.• Support internal and external audit activities by organizing schedules, compiling documentation, and responding to information requests.• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts through financial analysis, cost review, and reporting that supports business planning.• Help maintain compliance with accounting standards, tax requirements, and internal financial controls.• Partner with accounting team members to guide daily work, share best practices, and provide support on complex accounting matters.• Recommend and implement improvements that strengthen reporting accuracy, streamline close activities, and enhance overall efficiency. Salary: $75,000-$85,000Benefits<ul><li>Medical/Dental/vision</li><li>401K </li></ul>
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Loves Park, IL
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a manufacturing organization. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage core financial close activities, maintain accurate records, and help ensure the integrity of day-to-day accounting processes. The role will contribute to timely reporting, strong balance sheet oversight, and effective control of expenditures. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing financial data, and helping ensure reporting deadlines are met • Maintain the general ledger by recording, analyzing, and validating financial transactions for accuracy and completeness • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and alignment to accounting standards • Perform account reconciliations on a recurring basis and investigate discrepancies to resolution • Complete bank reconciliations by matching transactions, identifying variances, and correcting outstanding items • Monitor expenditures and review spending activity to help maintain budget awareness and financial control • Support financial reporting by organizing account activity and providing reliable data for management review • Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and improve the consistency of financial processes
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Senior Plant Accountant

DeKalb, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Bachelors in Accounting2+ Years of Accounting within Manufacturing industryGAAP Accounting and SOXPlant experience a plusCost Accounting Benefit : Medical/Dental, 401k & PTO“Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.” to your posting. Once complete, let me know.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z