Sr. Staff Accountant
Abbott Interfast, a leading and innovative fastener manufacturer and supplier, is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our team in Wheeling, Illinois. The Senior Staff Accountant will be responsible for managing core accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP, overseeing month-end and year-end closes, and providing financial insights that support strategic decision-making. This is a full-time, on-site position at our Wheeling, IL facility.
For more than 75 years, Abbott Interfast has proudly served customers across the USA and globally, manufacturing and distributing high-quality fasteners, locknuts, knobs, and cold-headed products from our 100,000 sq. ft. ISO-certified and ITAR-registered facility. We take great pride in delivering precision products for the North American OEM market and beyond, produced using advanced methods such as CNC machining, cold heading, plastic molding, stamping, and more.
Responsibilities
- Lead preparation and review of accurate, timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies
- Prepare financial reports and variance analyses for senior management
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Coordinate with internal teams and external auditors during audits, preparing detailed schedules
- Oversee accounts payable/receivable functions and monitor compliance with internal controls
- Assist with payroll
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferability in a mid to large-sized organization
- Manufacturing, industrial supply or distribution industry experience preferred but not required
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and inventory management
- Experience with month-end/year-end close and financial reporting
- Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (NetSuite, SAP, or similar) and Microsoft Excel
- Accounting enterprise conversion experience is a major plus
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across departments
- U.S. work authorization required
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Why Join Abbott Interfast:
- A reputable and well-established company with a rich history of 75 years in the industry
- Opportunity to work with a diverse range of industrial manufacturing and distribution products
- Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and more
- Collaborative and supportive work environment fostering personal and professional growth
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and expertise
Abbott Interfast is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected class recognized by applicable laws.