Accounting Specialist

Brilliant
Vernon Hills, Illinois
Full-time

Job Description

Brilliant Financial Staffing is currently hiring for an Accounting Specialist for our client located in Vernon Hills, IL .

Our client is a growing company offering an exciting opportunity for candidates to be exposed to multiple areas of their business.

This role will support the Accounts Payable (AP) function while also serving as a backup for Accounts Receivable (AR). This position offers strong growth potential as they continue to develop their team.

The Accounting Specialist will work closely with the CFO, who brings a wealth of experience and a collaborative approach to leadership.

If you are looking to be a key contributor in a dynamic environment, with room to learn and grow, this role is perfect for you.

Accounting Specialist Responsibilities :

  • Enter invoices daily into the system
  • Generate A / P aging reports weekly
  • Recommend payment priorities
  • Cut 25-50 checks weekly
  • Process wire transfers
  • Collaborate with the Assistant Controller and capture SOPs via Teams for process training
  • Make outbound collection calls
  • Investigate and resolve past-due invoices with customers
  • Assist the AR team by handling inquiries and cross-training on AR functions
  • Assist with additional responsibilities as assigned

Accounting Specialist Qualifications :

  • Experience with both AP and AR, with a willingness to take on a variety of tasks as needed
  • Strong attention to detail and a mindset focused on process improvement
  • Open to change and adaptable to new systems and processes
  • A degree in Accounting or Finance (though not required).

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