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3 results for Staff Accountant in Rockford, IL

Sr. Accountant

Woodstock, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to oversee general accounting operations, ensure accuracy in financial reporting, and support month-end and year-end close processes. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Lead and perform month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries</li><li>Analyze financial data and provide insights to management</li><li>Maintain and improve accounting processes and internal controls</li><li>Oversee journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Mentor junior accounting staff and review their work</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-04-22T00:00:00Z

Operations Accountant

Saint Charles, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for an Operations Accountant for a manufacturing client in the western suburbs. The Operations Accountant will be responsible for: • Performs general accounting and other related duties for the organization. • Prepares monthly financials, reports, and schedules. • Reconciles inventory and production variance accounts. • Prepare monthly journal entries related to CIP, WIP and inventory valuation. • Reviews inventory adjustments arising from cycle counts and coordinates physical inventory counts. • Research and analysis of variances for materials, labor and manufacturing overhead. • Provides support for outside auditors; gather necessary account information and backup documentation for quarterly and annual audits. • Calculate BOM and unit product costs for annual standard setting and quotations with customers. • Continuously monitor internal controls related to inventory production, shipping and receiving • Follows US GAAP accounting practices and procedures. • Prepares monthly manufacturing cost analysis reports and ties back to ERP system. • Reviews productivity reporting in collaboration with production teams, including headcount metrics for manufacturing. • Performs other related duties and projects assigned. Successful Operations Accountant will have the following: • Bachelor of Science in Accounting and at least 5 years of related experience in a manufacturing setting required. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Excellent organizational skills and willingness to work in a paperless environment. • Working knowledge of cost accounting. • Understanding of and the ability to adhere to US GAAP. • Proficient in Microsoft Excel. • Working knowledge of Sage 100 ERP Accounting Software preferred. This position offers a salary range of $80,000-85,000 and offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k with match, PTO and holiday pay. If interested, please contact Brian Keating at 331-264-5688.
2026-03-23T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-04-22T00:00:00Z