Staff Accountant

AIT Worldwide Logistics, INC.

parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, Illinois, Itasca

2 Pierce Place (Show on map)

May 01, 2025

Staff Accountant

Job Locations

US-IL-Itasca

2025-5400

Category

Accounting/Finance

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Introduction

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!

We're problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.

Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT. Find out what our people deliver. means when you come move the world with us! Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.

Overview

The Staff Accountant will concentrate on month-end close activities, reconciliations, and consolidations. Additionally, this role will support the international accounting, validations, and the global consolidation system. The position involves close collaboration with accounting and finance personnel across multiple countries, as well as several department heads.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly activities including journal entries, reconciliations and financial statements and schedules

Assist with administering the global accounting consolidating system
Provide support to external auditors and tax preparers as requested
Prepare monthly validation files for multiple international entities
Continuously identify opportunities for improvement on existing accounting processes in order to help develop greater department efficiencies
Research technical accounting literature to ensure proper accounting treatment is followed
Partner with multiple departments and operating stations to help them understand their monthly financial performance
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
The wage range for this position is $74,500.00-$107,300.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience

Qualifications

Education
* Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Experience
* 2+ years in an accounting role (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Office suite High

What AIT Can Offer You

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT's flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail-on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT's full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.