Kelly Services
Kelly ServicesVerified Source

Staff Accountant, Manufacturing & ERP Focus

30K–35K
Onsite · Chicago, Illinois
Posted August 14, 2026
contract

Overview

Lead accounting support for a Hillside manufacturing team with a focus on accounts payable, monthly close, and fixed assets across a 6+ month contract. You will work onsite in a collaborative environment with the accounting department and cross-functional teams. This role offers hands-on exposure to ERP systems and manufacturing financial processes. What sets this opportunity apart is the manufacturing context and the chance to contribute to backlog projects and process improvements.

What You'll Do9

  • 1Build and code invoices and remit payments within the ERP system to ensure timely cash flow.
  • 2Review and reconcile invoices against items and quantities received, and resolve discrepancies with vendors.
  • 3Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations to support monthly close.
  • 4Maintain fixed asset records and perform depreciation calculations and asset disposals.
  • 5Monitor project costs and assist with month-end close activities to ensure accurate reporting.
  • 6Assist with weekly ACH and check runs and bank reconciliations.
  • 7Collaborate with internal teams to resolve pricing, quantity, and receiving discrepancies.
  • 8Support general ledger activities and accounting projects as needed.
  • 9Prepare monthly depreciation reports and assist with general accounting backlog tasks.

Requirements10

  • 1Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 2At least 2 years of accounting experience
  • 3Accounts Payable experience
  • 4General accounting experience
  • 5Manufacturing accounting experience preferred
  • 6Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • 7Experience with an ERP/accounting system
  • 8Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • 9Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • 10Strong written and verbal communication skills

Salary Insight

$30 - $35k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationChicago, Illinois

Required Skills

Accounts PayableMonthly CloseAccount ReconciliationsFixed AssetsGeneral LedgerJournal EntriesBank ReconciliationsMicrosoft ExcelERP/accounting systemQADCyberQueryIFS ERP
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