Accountant

Req number:

R7159

Employment type: Full time

Worksite flexibility: Onsite Who we are
CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary As an Accountant, you will develop, implement, and maintain accounting systems, reconcile ledger accounts, and prepare financial statements to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with established procedures.

Job Description

We are looking for an Accountant to develop, implement, and maintain accounting systems including General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Revenue Reconciliation, or a combination of other accounting functionalities. This position will be a contract and onsite in Grayslake, IL.

What You’ll Do

Develop, implement, and/or maintain one or more accounting systems such as General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Revenue Reconciliation, cost accounting systems, fixed asset or inventory accounting systems

Prepare journal entries; maintain and reconcile ledger accounts

Collect data, allocate costs, and prepare reports on labor, equipment, depreciation, assembly, or other operating expenses, ensuring established procedures are followed

Balance books and prepare profit and loss, cash flow, income, and balance sheet statements

Develop and monitor monthly reports of revenues and expenditures for projects, keeping records of assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions

Review, track, and maintain billing information in financial systems to ensure accuracy and compliance

Conduct investigations into accounts as needed

What You’ll Need

Required:
High school diploma required

5+ years of accounting experience

Fundamental knowledge of specific functional discipline to resolve routine issues or problems of limited scope

Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or similar

Ability to learn and apply professional concepts, company policies, and procedures to resolve routine issues

Competencies to exercise discretion and independent judgment, applying skills and fundamental knowledge of theories and principles to understand specific needs or requirements

Physical Demands

Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

Reasonable accommodation statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected] or (888) 824 – 8111.

$40.00 per hour
The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.