Staff Accountant

Company: LAKE CABLE, LLC
Location: Bensenville
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

What would you say to a career that helps keep the world working? One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? Then Lake Cable is looking for you. For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications. BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER. Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it's the only way to do business. If you're ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters--- Position Summary:Under the supervision of the Accounting Supervisor, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for supporting AP and AR tasks. This includes working with the General Ledger, Journal Entries, Bank Reconciliations, AP and AR aging schedule, resolving posting discrepancies, month-end closing, and maintenance of weekly/monthly standard reports. Essential Functions:

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.
• Conduct variance analysis to identify trends and provide insights into financial performance
• Support the preparation of audit schedules and assist with external audits
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records including customer sales tax exemption certificates.
• Performing routine tasks like data entry and the processing of transactions in accounts payable and receivable.
• Perform month-end financial close responsibilities by generating monthly standard journal entries, generating appropriate accruals, researching variances.
• Record weekly payroll journal entries
• Calculate and process monthly sales and use tax
• Maintain Prepaid Expense Schedule
• Provide support for financial projects as needed Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Team player with a positive attitude and the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
  • Effective time management and attention to detail with consistent accuracy
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • Strong knowledge of financial concepts, accounting principles, and technical accounting standards
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  • Willingness and desire to learn new concepts and skills Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
    • 2+ years of experience in financial accounting or related fieldBenefits
      • Paid time off
      • 401(k) match
      • Health insurance
      • Dental insurance
      • Vision insurance
      • Life insurance (company paid)
      • Voluntary Life/AD&D
      • Voluntary Life/AD&D (child)
      • Short-term disability (company paid)
      • Long-term disability (company paid)
      • Accident Insurance
      • Critical Illness Insurance
      • Employee assistance program
      • Flexible spending account
      • Tuition reimbursement
      • Referral program
      • Production bonus
      • Competitive pay Compensation details: 76000-84200 Yearly SalaryPI7ff220414746-31181-34160738

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