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Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

QuesTekInnovationsLLCEvanston, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Description :

QuesTek Innovations LLC is the pioneer and current market leader in Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME), leveraging technologies proven to reduce the development time and cost, and to increase the performance of novel materials.

Job Summary

  • Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and use of accepted accounting procedures to record transactions.
  • Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
  • Prepare adjusting journal entries.
  • Review accounts for discrepancies and reconcile differences.
  • Prepare detailed reports on audit findings.
  • Report to management about asset utilization and audit results, and recommend changes in operations and financial activities.
  • Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies.
  • Confer with company officials about financial and regulatory matters.
  • Examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity.
  • Examine records and interview workers to ensure recording of transactions and compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.

While primarily focused on accounting duties, the Staff Accountant may also support general office functions, including ordering office supplies, breakroom supplies, managing company wide-events, processing mail, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

Basic Skills

  • Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
  • Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training / instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
  • Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.
  • Monitoring - Monitoring / Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
  • Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  • Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  • Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • Benefits Overview – QuesTek Innovations LLC (2025) At QuesTek Innovations LLC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees. Our full-time employees (40 hours per week) receive the following benefits :

  • 401(k) Safe Harbor Plan : Eligible from the date of hire, with a 3% employer contribution, fully vested immediately. The maximum employee contribution is $23,500 annually, with an additional $7,500 catch-up contribution for employees aged 50+.
  • Medical Insurance (United Healthcare PPO – HSA Plan) : QuesTek covers 75% of the premium, with an employer HSA contribution of 50% of the deductible, plus matching of additional employee contributions up to the IRS limit.
  • Dental & Vision Insurance (Guardian) : Employer covers 75% of the premium.
  • Life Insurance : Company-paid coverage of $50,000.
  • Supplemental Life Insurance : Option to purchase coverage up to 3 times annual earnings or $250,000.
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance : Company-paid coverage at 66.66% of salary (after a 90-day waiting period, up to $8,000 / month).
  • Extended Medical Leave : Up to 20 paid business days after a 5-day waiting period, plus 10 additional days for intermittent treatment.
  • Pre-Tax Benefits : Participation in Section 125 Premium Only Plan, Limited Flexible Spending Account (LFSA), and Transit / Commuter benefits plan.
  • Paid Holidays & Personal Holidays : 11 days per year, including 7 scheduled holidays and 4 floating holidays.
  • Vacation Leave : 10 days in the first year, increasing annually to a maximum of 25 days after 15 years of service.
  • Sick Leave : 5 paid days per year.
  • Parental Leave : Available per company policy.
  • Full-time staff are eligible to participate in QuesTek's Value Appreciation Rights (VARs) program . This is a long-term incentive program that allows new staff to benefit from the growth in the valuation of the Company.
  • Due to the sensitive nature of the work associated with this position, QuesTek is only able to consider candidates who are permanent United States citizens or Green Card holders - no exceptions. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Interested candidates shall submit their resumes and a cover letter summarizing how their experience would allow them to excel in this position via the Careers page of https : / / www.questek.com / . No phone calls, please.

    Salary Description : $70,000 - $85,000 per year

    Requirements :

  • Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience in accounting, with a focus on financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit preparation.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial accounting principles.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (experience with Deltek Costpoint preferred).
  • Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with team members and management.
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