Accounting Specialist for large Dairy Company
Job Description
The Accounting Specialist performs a wide range of bookkeeping and accounting duties that support daily, monthly, and annual accounting activities and projects. This role applies established procedures to prepare and maintain accurate accounting and related records, researches and resolves discrepancies, and prepares financial, statistical, production, and technical reports. The position requires solid proficiency in bookkeeping and accounting principles, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently within a structured environment.
Responsibilities
Use accounting or production software, databases, and spreadsheets to support daily accounting operations.
Maintain accurate and complete records, including ledgers, journals, invoices, receipts, and information related to supplies and inventory.
Assist the accounting department with daily, monthly, and annual activities, including generating reports, preparing budgets or forecasts, assisting with audits, and resolving discrepancies.
Classify, code, and record transactions and post entries to the general ledger.
Verify and process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, invoices, payroll, and other financial transactions.
Check for accuracy in figures, postings, and reports, and reconcile or document and report any differences found in the records.
Work with vendors and suppliers to confirm that charges are accurate and that payments are issued and received in a timely manner.
Communicate with internal and external customers to discuss account statuses, charges, or discrepancies, and collaborate with other team members as needed to resolve issues.
Assist with or complete month-end closing procedures.
Perform standard calculations to accurately compile and report statistics.
Generate, prepare, and distribute standard and ad hoc financial, statistical, production, and technical reports.
Prepare summaries, charts, and graphs as requested to support management decision-making.
Refer complex or unusual accounting problems to higher-level accounting staff for resolution.
Carry out additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned to support the overall function of the department.
Essential Skills
1 to 3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or closely related experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel.
Experience with general ledger accounting, including journal entries and balance sheet support.
Hands-on experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
Experience with month-end closing activities and reconciliations.
Ability to use accounting or production software, databases, and spreadsheets.
Strong knowledge of basic accounting principles.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data entry and recordkeeping.
Ability to follow through on day-to-day responsibilities and meet deadlines.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to identify and resolve problems within scope of responsibility.
Ability to perform tasks and duties with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and sensitive information.
Ability to read, write, and speak English in a professional business environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Professional certification or license in accounting or finance may be required or obtained during employment, depending on business needs.
Experience creating and maintaining spreadsheets and manually keying data to track production or financial activity.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
Confidence and resilience to work in a direct, results-focused setting and to handle feedback constructively.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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