Senior Accountant

Downers Grove, IL

Onsite

Industrial Kinetics is seeking a Senior Accountant who combines strong transactional accounting skills with analytical thinking and a deep sense of integrity. This role is ideal for a disciplined, detail-oriented professional who enjoys hands-on accounting work and wants to play a critical part in keeping our financial operations accurate, timely, and well-organized.

As Senior Accountant, you will report to and work closely with our Controller to manage the day-to-day accounting functions that support our job-shop manufacturing operation. You'll handle payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and job cost accounting within our Epicor ERP system, while also assisting with reporting, reconciliations, and benefits-related accounting.

This key professional role is central to the financial accuracy and reliability of the company. You will inherit the responsibilities of a long-tenured accounting professional and help ensure continuity, precision, and trust across all financial processes.

Company Overview:

At Industrial Kinetics, we're not just about conveyor systems; we're about revolutionizing the way goods move efficiently and seamlessly. Family owned and operated since 1969, we have been creating innovative material handling concepts that make a quantifiable difference to the bottom lines of our ever-growing list of national and international clients to keep them ahead of their competition for years to come. From the simplest conveyor equipment to the complexities of highly technical robotic parts manipulation, we are our customers' single-source answer to even the most difficult projects. To learn more about Industrial Kinetics, please visit us at

In support of our incredible team, Industrial Kinetics offers:

• Competitive salary: The hiring range for the role is $75-85k/year and will be dependent on experience, skills and education
• 401k with company match
• Vacation, Paid Leave and paid holidays
• Medical insurance (Six different options- Blue Cross/Blue Shield)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, preparing journal entries and month-end close adjustments.
• Support job cost accounting for manufacturing projects within the Epicor ERP
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoice processing, payments, collections, and reconciliations.
• Prepare, process, and review biweekly payroll using Paylocity, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Process and reconcile employee expense reports and credit card statements.
• Assist the Controller with preparation of financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate and reconcile accounting for employee benefits (401k, health, and business insurance).
• Help maintain and document internal accounting controls and procedural updates.
• Support the Controller in preparation of year-end accounting, tax packages, and external audits.
• Provide accurate, organized, and timely data entry and report generation.
• Collaborate with HR and Administration on accounting-related functions.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion regarding payroll and financial information.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience:
• 3-7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing or job-shop environment strongly preferred. Exposure to POC accounting not required but would also be beneficial.
• Proficiency in Epicor ERP or similar accounting systems preferred.
• Experience processing payroll with Paylocity or similar software.
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting and general ledger functions.
• Certifications: CPA not required but considered a plus.

SkillsCompetencies:

• Technical Skills:
• Proficient in GAAP and job cost accounting principles.
• Strong computer and data management skills (MS Office, ERP, Paylocity).
• Proficient with Microsoft applications and understands the use of ERP systems for manufacturing and accounting administration.
• Familiarity with benefit-related accounting and payroll reporting.
• Experience with sales tax administration and sales tax filings.
• Ability to prepare, analyze, and interpret financial data.

For Consideration:

Are you a dedicated accounting professional looking for a long-term opportunity in a stable, respected, family-owned manufacturing company? If you value integrity, accuracy, and teamwork - and take pride in getting the details right - we'd love to hear from you. Ready for that next level career opportunity to lead an accounting team and apply your accounting and business acumen to bring Industrial Kinetics to the next level? For consideration, please submit your resume by clicking the apply button.

Industrial Kinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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