Staff Accountant Assistant to Controller

PERRY RIDGE LANDFILL INC

Staff Accountant Assistant to Controller

Wheaton, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Job Description

    Benefits/Perks

    • Careers Advancement Opportunities
    • Flexible Scheduling
    • Competitive Compensation

    Job Summary

    Perry Ridge Landfill is a privately held non-hazardous waste landfill. We are seeking a knowledgeable Accountant to join our corporate office team. In this role, you will document the company’s financial transactions, prepare financial statements, and manage payroll. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and has a strong understanding of best practices in accounting.

    Responsibilities

    • Enter financial data and transactions
    • Analyze financial information
    • Reconcile bank statements
    • Prepare financial reports and statements
    • Verify the accuracy of transactions that have been entered
    • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
    • Set up customers, jobs, and invoice customers using WasteWorks
    • Process payroll
    • Prepare insurance applications, respond to annual premium audits
    • Assist with administrative tasks such as supply orders, mailing, filing

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
    • Previous experience as an accountant, bookkeeper, or similar position
    • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
    • Good with spreadsheets, experienced in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Adobe and basic accounting systems
    • Strong mathematical and analytical skills
    • Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills