Accounting/Finance Associate

SpectrumCareers Mundelein, IL Open
SpectrumCareers is looking for Accounting/Finance Associate in Mundelein, IL.
This local job opportunity with ID 3872300040 is live since 2026-10-06 14:41:50.
Job Description

We are seeking an Associate to support a variety of financial operations, including payment processing, expense management, reconciliations, and financial analysis.




The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, can manage in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Strong communication, organization, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills are essential.




Key Responsibilities



  • Provide responsive and professional support to internal and external stakeholders regarding AP/AR, and accounting inquiries.

  • Monitor, prioritize, and process vendor invoices, ensuring accurate coding, allocation, approvals, and timely payment.

  • Reconcile vendor statements and research and resolve payment discrepancies.

  • Monitor invoice workflows and resolve items that are delayed, rejected, or require additional action.

  • Support invoice uploads, data entry, and resolution of processing issues.

  • Review and approve employee expense reports in accordance with company policies.

  • Process ACH, wire, and check payments and ensure payment information is accurate and complete.

  • Assist with Sales & Use Tax reporting and related analysis.

  • Support outstanding check reviews, including voiding, reissuing, and escheatment activities.

  • Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects as needed.




Qualifications



  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

  • At least 1+ years of professional experience in Accounting and/or Finance.

  • Fundamental understanding of Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable and accounting principles.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

  • Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

  • Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues independently.

  • Strong customer-service mindset with the ability to work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.




This opportunity is well suited for an early-career accounting/finance professional who enjoys working in a high-volume environment, is comfortable working with multiple stakeholders, and wants to build broader experience across accounts payable, payments, expense management, and accounting operations.

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