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Staff Accountant

Brilliant®
Downers Grove, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Downers Grove, IL

Pay Range: $28-31/hour

Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k)


Role Overview: Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for a Staff Accountant. Our client located in Downers Grove, IL is looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team on a Contract-to-Hire basis. They are seeking candidates that have strong Microsoft Excel skills, a 4 year degree, and is comfortable working in new systems. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!


Key Responsibilities:

Month-End Close Activities (70%)

• Prepare and post recurring journal entries - 30 per month

• Prepare accruals for AP, tax, audit, IT, and professional fees

• Ensure BOD fees are properly expensed

• Prepare reconciliations - 30 to 40 per month

• Support audit requests and documentation


Tax Accounting Support (30%) - open to training


Qualifications:

  • Excel: Must be comfortable working in excel, ideally exposure to v-lookups (ability to maneuver, don't need to create them)
  • Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • 4 year degree is required, open on years of experience
  • System experience: Must be tech-savvy and comfortable working in an ERP system


Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Salary : $28 - $31

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