Financial and Accounting Analyst

*Build Your Accounting Career.

*Develop Your Analytical Skills.

*Make an Impact.

Are you early in your accounting career and ready to take the next step?

Do you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, and understanding the story behind financial data?

Focal Pointe is looking for a Financial & Accounting Analyst who has a strong accounting foundation, an analytical mindset, and a desire to keep learning.

In this position, you won't just help us understand where our business has been. You'll also help us plan where we're going.

You'll gain hands-on experience in accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting while working closely with our CFO, Controller, and Senior Accountant. We're looking for someone with potential, curiosity, and a willingness to grow, not someone who already knows everything.

Who We Are

Focal Pointe is a growing, award-winning commercial landscaping company with teams across four states. Recognized as a Top Workplace, we believe our success starts with our people and a culture built on teamwork, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence.

As part of our Finance and Accounting team in Caseyville, IL, you'll work alongside experienced professionals, develop new skills, and contribute to the continued growth and success of our company.

What You'll Do

• Understand the bigger picture: Review financial results, identify trends, and help explain what is driving business performance.
• Help plan for the future: Support budgeting and forecasting by analyzing historical data and preparing financial projections.
• Build your accounting expertise: Assist with journal entries, account reconciliations, payroll accounting, and month-end close activities.
• Turn numbers into insights: Prepare financial reports, compare actual results to budgets, and help investigate discrepancies.
• Collaborate with leadership: Work alongside our CFO, Controller, Senior Accountant, and operations teams to provide accurate financial information that supports business decisions.
• Find opportunities for improvement: Use Excel, accounting systems, and technology to improve reporting accuracy and streamline processes.

What We're Looking For

We're not looking for someone who already knows everything. We're looking for someone who enjoys learning, asks thoughtful questions, and takes pride in doing accurate work.

Qualifications:

• An associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field with 2 years of relevant experience; OR a bachelor's degree in a related field, completed or expected within six months.
• A foundational understanding of accounting principles, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, sorting, filtering, and pivot tables.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• A willingness to learn, take initiative, and develop new technical and analytical skills.

Experience That Helps You Stand Out:

• Exposure to financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end close, budgeting, or forecasting.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems such as Acumatica, Aspire, Paycom, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with Power Query, Microsoft Copilot, or other analytical tools.

You don't need experience with every system we use. We're looking for someone who understands accounting fundamentals and is excited to build on that knowledge.

Candidates with additional relevant experience are also encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Career Growth

Annual Salary: $55,000–$70,000, based on experience and qualifications.

This position is designed to support professional growth.

Candidates who are beginning their accounting careers should anticipate starting near $55,000. Higher starting salaries may be considered for individuals with additional relevant experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated analytical skills.

At Focal Pointe, you'll have the opportunity to learn directly from experienced financial leaders, gain exposure to multiple areas of accounting and financial analysis, and take on greater responsibilities as your skills develop.

We also conduct annual performance reviews to recognize contributions, discuss professional goals, and identify opportunities for continued development. Merit-based pay increases may be considered as part of the review process, based on performance and company guidelines.

Benefits & Perks

We believe in taking care of the people who help our company succeed. Focal Pointe offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan after one year of employment
• Biweekly pay
• Professional development opportunities
• A collaborative team and supportive leadership

Ready to Grow With Us?

Your next opportunity should be more than another job. It should be a place where you can learn, contribute, and build a career.

Whether you've recently completed your degree, gained experience through an internship, or are ready to take the next step in your accounting career, we encourage you to apply.

If you're curious, motivated, and excited to turn financial data into meaningful insights, we'd love to meet you!

Apply today and grow your career with Focal Pointe!

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $70,000