Staff Accountant | CPG Distribution | Highland Park, IL

• Manage day-to-day accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Execute accurate and timely reporting during the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Process a high volume of vendor bills while keeping vendor records up-to-date.
• Assist with budget preparation and monthly departmental reporting.
• Reconcile daily cash activity, investigate discrepancies, and resolve variances promptly.
• Process and research into customer rebates and deductions, escalate when necessary.
• Review monthly employee expense reports in accordance with company policy
• Support external audits and provide requested schedules and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies in a growing environment.
• Perform special projects and other accounting duties as assigned

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