Staff Accountant
Chicago
Regular
MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES
As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!
YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE
We are looking for a Staff Accountant in 401 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60611 USA. Your mission will be to:

• Will own the work product for one of the various legal entities in North America from journal entry creation to financial statement preparation.
• Codes invoices, reconciles accounts, and closes the monthly books for assigned legal entity.
• Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries.
• Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts.
• Prepare monthly journal entries in order to properly close the assigned legal entity in JDE. Performs monthly balance sheet reviews.
• Prepares monthly financial statements (Balance Sheet/Income Statement/Cash flows) and supporting documentation to be used for global consolidation purposes. The end result must be timely and accurate.
• Develops reports for reconciliation, audit and tax purposes.
• Support and Perform cost accounting activity as needed.
• Responds to information requests.
• Participates in the year-end audit and internal audit process by preparing assigned schedules and responding to auditor questions.
• Prepare quarterly intercompany invoices and reconciliations.
• Document processes and find opportunities for efficiencies
• Perform related duties and assist the Accounting Manager as needed.

YOUR PROFILE
A thorough knowledge of accounting rules and regulations typically obtained from a bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent years of experience, is necessary to analyze information and produce the necessary documentation.
Required skills:

• Spreadsheet program experience is essential to produce necessary reports.
• Knowledge of information systems and ability to quickly learn new software is essential to be able to perform financial analysis.
• Strong analytical skills are required to identify discrepancies in financial reports and correct any problems.
• Good Interpersonal skills and the ability to be a team player are required for working effectively with others.
• Ability to document processes and see opportunities for improvement in order to gain efficiencies.

Work Environment:
The incumbent works in an environment with proper lighting and temperature controls.Physical dexterity is necessary to effectively manipulate a keyboard.The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a sitting position.
Hybrid Schedule - 3 days in the office and 2 days remote work
WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would be welcome as you are , in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members , with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?
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