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Junior Staff Accountant

American Marketing & Publishing, LLC
De Kalb, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/19/2025 CLOSED ON 12/18/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Staff Accountant position at American Marketing & Publishing, LLC?

Pay: $55,000 - $65,000 per year

 

Job Description:

Junior Staff Accountant

Location: DeKalb, IL | Hybrid

Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000 per year | Full benefits

Reports to: Senior Accountant

 

About the Role:

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Staff Accountant to join our Finance Team.  In this role, you will support day-to-day accounting operations with focus on Accounts Receivable analysis and reporting. You will work closely with senior accounting staff to ensure accuracy and timeliness in financial transactions and reporting. 

 

We're a leading digital advertising company with 325 employees, and we provide more than 20,000 small business clients across the United States with innovative full-service marketing solutions.

 

What You’ll Do:

Account Reconciliations & Reporting

  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable & Credit Card Reconciliations
  • Bank Reconciliations
  • General Ledger Journal Entries
  • Financial Statement Preparation

 

Monthly Financial Period Close Processing

  • Prepare month end journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, deferrals
  • Initiate bi-weekly payroll journal entries after product line allocations
  • Create and maintain support schedules for journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Prepare month end financial statements
  • Assist with annual Audit engagement

 

Who You Are:

  • 1-3 years’ experience performing traditional accounting functions – Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Balance Sheet account reconciliations, month end journal entries
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy and analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross functional team in a fast-paced environment
  • Good communication skills
  • Understanding of GAAP, ASC 606 and internal controls
  • Intermediate to Advanced (Preferred) Excel skillset
  • Experience with NetSuite a plus

 

How to Apply: Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to karen@ampcorporate.com

 

Job Type: Full-time

 

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Education:

  • Bachelor's in Accounting (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Accounting Role: 1-3 years

 

Ability to Commute:

  • DeKalb, IL 60115 (Required)
  • Work Location: DeKalb, IL 60115

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000

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