Accountant Jobs in Elk Grove Village, IL

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Accountant

  • Innova Solutions, Inc
  • Mettawa, IL (16 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mettawa, IL (16 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

As an Accountant, you will: Process membership cancellation requests in Oracle, SFDC, and update the cancellation tracker within defined timelines....

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Staff Accountant/Accounts Payable

  • Randstad
  • Bolingbrook, IL (22 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (22 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant / Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team in Bolingbrook....

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Accountant

  • Illinois Tool Works
  • Carol Stream, IL (9 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (9 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

This role will create and maintain monthly journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting....

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Senior Accountant - Confidential Client (Furniture Industry)

  • Supplied Talent
  • Oak Lawn, IL (24 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (24 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 day ago

General Ledger Maintenance Review, post, and adjust journal entries to ensure accuracy and completeness....

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Mid-Level Project Accountant

  • Sargent & Lundy, LLC
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Sargent & Lundy is currently seeking a Project Accountant to work on project setup, billing, and accounts receivable activities....

Hybrid

Staff Accountant

  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 1 day ago

Ideal Candides will have: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance. Recent grads will be considered Public accounting experience preferred. CPA and/or other professional certificions a huge plus....

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Corporate Accountant - Liquidity Regulatory Reporting

  • Northern Trust
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Corporate Accountant Liquidity Regulatory Reporting is responsible for the documentation and preparation of complex liquidity regulatory reports, with a primary focus on the FR 2052a....

Hybrid

Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting

  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Senior Accountant prepares analyses, journal entries, memos and, occasionally, disclosures for the interim and annual financials....

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Staff Accountant

  • Randstad
  • Bolingbrook, IL (22 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (22 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago

entries as necessary Track all incentive program payments/submissions and verify to avoid duplication Process incentives for payout and submit to payroll for payment Recap incentive payouts to each...

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Financial Accountant

  • Ensemble HRG LLC
  • Lincolnwood, IL (12 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lincolnwood, IL (12 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Requirements: Financial Accountant Qualifications/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Finance, Accounting or the equivalent....

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Staff Accountant

  • Mistica Foods LLC
  • Addison, IL (5 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Addison, IL (5 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations Assist with month-end and year-end close Maintain accurate financial records and reports Analyze financial data and resolve discrepancies...

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Assoc Staff Accountant - ComEd (Hybrid)

  • ComEd
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (9 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (9 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work...

Hybrid

Senior Accountant

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (11 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (11 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred 57 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a multi-state or growth-oriented environment Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial...

Hybrid

Alternative Investment Accountant 2

  • US Bank
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Acting as primary fund accountant on multiple relationships, ensures all fund accounting functions are in completed in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)....

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Staff Accountant

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Glenview, IL (9 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (9 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 4 days ago

a tr th, tr td tr th Staff Accountant Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to support a growing organization during a period of operational transition...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Elk Grove Village, IL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Elk Grove Village, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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