Staff Accountant

Posted 2 Days Ago
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Oswego, IL, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Aerospace • Defense • Manufacturing
The Role
Perform AP, AR, general ledger, and month-end close tasks ensuring GAAP and SOX compliance. Process invoices and payments, post journal entries, reconcile accounts, support audits, maintain SOX documentation, and recommend process improvements to strengthen internal controls.
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Summary/Objective: The Staff Accountant supports day-to-day accounting operations with responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting, , , month-end close activities, and SOX control compliance. This role ensures accurate financial records, timely transaction processing, and adherence to GAAP, internal policies, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. The position plays a key role in supporting a timely and accurate close process, audit readiness, and internal control effectiveness.

 

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Process vendor invoices accurately and timely, ensuring appropriate coding, approvals, and SOX-compliant documentation.
  • Review vendor account activity and resolve discrepancies.
  • Prepare and process weekly payment runs (ACH, wire, and checks) in accordance with internal controls.
  • Prepare customer billings and post cash receipts accurately.
  • Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist in resolving outstanding balances.
  • Support accounts receivable activities and maintain appropriate supporting documentation.
  • Actively participate in the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of assigned close tasks.
  • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to obtain required information and resolve close-related issues.
  • Ensure compliance with close calendars, deadlines, and internal control requirements.
  • Maintain general ledger accuracy in compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
  • Support month-end close activities and general ledger account analysis.
  • Investigate, resolve, and clearly document reconciling items in a timely manner.
  • Review account activity for unusual trends or variances and escalate issues as appropriate.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing supporting schedules and process documentation.
  • Execute and document SOX controls related to, AP, AR, and general accounting processes.
  • Maintain documentation to support SOX testing and audit requirements.
  • Assist with SOX testing support, remediation efforts, and control enhancements.
  • Identify and recommend process improvements to strengthen internal controls, improve efficiency, and reduce risk.
  • Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Controller.  

 

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 2–5 years of progressive accounting experience including AP, AR, general ledger, and month-end close responsibilities.
  • Experience working in a SOX-compliant or public company environment preferred.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
  • Highly detail-oriented with strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills.

 

Work Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described herein represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this position, the employee will work in an office environment as well as on the plant floor. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in precarious places. This position is occasionally exposed to wet and humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and the risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

 

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; the employee is occasionally required reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

 

EEOC Statement:
DAC Engineered Products LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 2-5 years progressive accounting experience including AP, AR, general ledger, and month-end close.
  • Experience working in a SOX-compliant or public company environment.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
  • Highly detail-oriented with strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
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The Company
15 Employees

What We Do

DAC Engineered Products (DAC-EP) is a rapidly growing aerospace PMA Parts/Brakes and CMM/DER Repair provider focused on niche product segments and cost-saving solutions. As an FAA Certified Part 145 Repair Station, they offer innovative, non-OEM, FAA Approved solutions for wastewater system sub assemblies, steel and carbon brakes, and flight control components for both commercial and military aircraft.

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