Staff Accountant/Accounts Receivable Specialist
Illinois Tool Works
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- Pay
- $66K to $75K
- a year
- Location
- Carol Stream, United States
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 16
- 9 days ago
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About the company
Illinois Tool Works
Machinery · 10,001+ employees
What you'll do
- Manage the accounts receivable process
- Apply customer payments accurately and in a timely manner
- Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances
- Research and resolve customer billing questions, discrepancies, and payment issues
- Prepare and post journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger accounts
- Perform monthly account reconciliations
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures
- Prepare supporting schedules and reports for management and financial reporting
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- 2-5 years of accounting experience
- Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and general ledger processes
- Ability to communicate professionally with customers and internal team members
- Strong problem-solving and reconciliation skills
- Experience in accounts receivable (preferred)
- Experience with SAP (preferred)
Key skills
Accounts receivableAccounting principlesGeneral ledger processesAccounting softwareMicrosoft ExcelAttention to detailOrganizational skillsTime-management skillsProfessional communicationProblem-solvingReconciliation skillsSAPCollectionsCustomer account managementPivot tables
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Perks
- Health
- Dental
- Vision benefits
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Retirement plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative work environment
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Job Description:
Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant/Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our accounting team. This position will be responsible for a combination of general accounting duties and the day-to-day management of accounts receivable.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable
Manage the accounts receivable process
Communicate professionally with customers regarding account balances and payment status.
Apply customer payments accurately and in a timely manner.
Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.
Research and resolve customer billing questions, discrepancies, and payment issues.
Process credits, adjustments, and other account changes as authorized.
General Accounting
Prepare and post journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger accounts.
Perform monthly account reconciliations.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
Review transactions for accuracy and proper account coding.
Assist with accounts payable and other accounting functions as needed.
Prepare supporting schedules and reports for management and financial reporting.
Assist with maintaining accurate and organized accounting records.
Support the Accounting Manager with special projects and financial analysis as needed.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
2-5 years of accounting experience, with experience in accounts receivable strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and general ledger processes.
Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to communicate professionally with customers and internal team members.
Ability to independently manage priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong problem-solving and reconciliation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience with SAP a plus
· Experience with collections and customer account management.
· Experience assisting with month-end close.
· Intermediate Excel skills, including sorting, filtering, formulas, and pivot tables.
· Prior experience in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role.
Key Competencies
· Accuracy and attention to detail
· Accountability and follow-through
· Organization and time management
· Professional communication
· Customer service
· Problem solving
· Confidentiality and integrity
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
What We Offer
· Competitive compensation
· Health, dental, and vision benefits
· Paid time off and holidays
· Retirement plan
· Professional development opportunities
· Collaborative work environment
Salary Range:
$66,000-$75,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the role. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, based on business needs and the requirements of the position. Job responsibilities may be modified or updated as business needs change.
Compensation Information:
$66,000-$75,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.