Performs general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, financial schedule maintenance, and month-end and year-end closing support. Prepares reports, supports audits, maintains accounting policies and controls, and assists with Parts/Service and Truck Sales Accounting. Provides backup for accounts receivable and payable, supports inventory reconciliations, and identifies process improvement opportunities across corporate and dealership locations.
At TransChicago Truck Group, we keep the trucks and people that power our economy rolling. We’re a full-service commercial truck dealership representing Freightliner and Western Star by providing sales, service, and parts for the trucks that keep goods on the road. We’re a family-owned, fast-growing dealership group that values curiosity, teamwork, and growth. If you’re the kind of person who likes to learn by doing and see the impact of your work every day, you’ve found the right spot.
We're looking for a Staff Accountant who own performing general ledger account reconciliations, preparing and recording journal entries, maintaining financial schedules, assisting with month-end and year-end closings, and supporting departmental reporting and compliance activities. This role supports both corporate and location-level accounting and works closely with Senior Accounting Leadership to ensure financial accuracy and consistency across the organization.
This role will be on-site at our Elmhurst dealership location.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
We're looking for a Staff Accountant who own performing general ledger account reconciliations, preparing and recording journal entries, maintaining financial schedules, assisting with month-end and year-end closings, and supporting departmental reporting and compliance activities. This role supports both corporate and location-level accounting and works closely with Senior Accounting Leadership to ensure financial accuracy and consistency across the organization.
This role will be on-site at our Elmhurst dealership location.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Assist Accounting Leadership in ensuring that all accounts are current and accurate.
- Compile information and prepare financial, statistical, and operational reports as requested.
- Participate in the month-end closing process, including reconciling general ledger accounts, analyzing variances, and recording vendor and intercompany statements prior to close.
- Prepare and post daily, monthly, and annual journal entries, recurring accruals, and general ledger schedules.
- Reconcile various general ledger accounts and ensure supporting documentation is properly maintained.
- Focus on Parts/Service Accounting and Truck Sales Accounting.
- Assist in the completion of the annual review/audit by preparing schedules and providing supporting documentation.
- Cross-train in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions to provide backup coverage and enhance process consistency.
- Assist in performing year-end physical inventories and related reconciliations.
- Assist with implementing and maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Identify and recommend opportunities for improved efficiency, automation, and reporting accuracy.
- Provide other accounting and administrative support as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
- Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in general accounting; dealership or multi-entity experience preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel) required.
- Experience with ERP or dealership management systems (e.g., Procede/Excede, CDK, or similar) preferred.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Compensation: $60,000-$65,000. Salary will be determined based on experience, competencies, certifications and education.
- Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Additional voluntary benefits: We also offer a variety of other benefits including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Insurance
Patson, Inc. (DBA TransChicago Truck Group) Elmhurst, Illinois, USA Office
Elmhurst, IL, United States
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