Cost Accountant Job at Olympic Petroleum, Cicero, IL

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  • Olympic Petroleum
  • Cicero, IL

Job Description

We're hiring a data-driven accountant for an integral position on our team. You’ll keep our general ledger up-to-date, ensure the accuracy of our financial information, and use QuickBooks for tracking. Candidates should be experienced problem-solvers, well-organized, detail-oriented, and time-efficient. Responsibilities:

  • Process payroll to provide payment to employees on time
  • Complete bookkeeping duties: Data entry and record maintenance
  • Reconcile bank statements and prepare financial statements
  • Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct daybook, suppliers ledger, customer ledger, and general ledger
  • Consistently input daily financial transactions and finalize the posting process
  • Perform account reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
  • Assist with the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts
  • Process payroll and ensure accurate recording of employee compensation
  • Manage accounts payable and ensure timely payment of invoices
  • Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts
  • Assist with the implementation and monitoring of internal controls in compliance with SOX regulations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data for reporting purposes
  • Conduct financial analysis for work centers, identify cost trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
  • Assist with the preparation of audit schedules and support external auditors during annual audits
Qualifications:
  • Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
  • Must exhibit exemplary problem-solving, communication, and time management skills
  • Experience with Excel, QuickBooks, and basic accounting systems
  • Must have 2 or more years of work experience at an accounting firm or as a management accountant, bookkeeper, cost accountant or similar
  • Must know Cost Accounting
  • At least 3-5 years of work experience at an accounting firm or as a cost accountant, management accountant, or bookkeeper
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
About Company: Olympic Petroleum Corporation is engaged in the development and production of lubricants, thermal transfer fluids, and related additives, including motor oil, coolants, antifreeze, engine, and fuel products geared toward OEM, professional, and end consumers. We provide a complete range of products used by consumers around the globe.

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