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Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Job in Arlington Heights, Cook County, Illinois, 60005, USA
Listing for: Intertek Building & Construction
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 72000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 72000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Intertek is continually innovating to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations across every sector worldwide. Beyond testing, inspection and certification, Intertek is a Total Quality Assurance provider. Our purpose is to bring quality, safety and sustainability to life.

Job Description

The Accountant provides financial information and reports by primarily preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, assisting with monthly and year‑end closings, and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures. Salary range: $72,000 – $80,000
. This role reports to the Senior Accounting Manager.

What you’ll do
  • Process and reconcile account receivables and remittances.
  • Address payment issues such as double payments or other discrepancies.
  • Engage in collection management processes as needed.
  • Prepare general ledger journal entries.
  • Complete general ledger operations.
  • Perform monthly, quarterly, and yearly closings and prepare monthly financial statements.
  • Prepare analysis of accounts as requested.
  • Monitor and resolve bank issues including fee anomalies and check differences.
  • Assist with preparation for and coordination of the audit process.
  • Implement and maintain internal financial controls and procedures.
  • Participate in educational opportunities to update job knowledge.
  • Complete accounting and finance related special projects as directed by superiors.
  • Research, pay, and journalize property tax invoices, coordinating with the Tax team for renditions filing.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree required; minimum 3 years of accounting experience.
  • Demonstrated technical accounting skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Experience with various reporting and presentation of data.
  • Working knowledge of US GAAP.
  • Intermediate Excel skills.
  • Practical knowledge of Lawson ERP.
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Customer‑focused and quality‑driven mindset.
  • Ability to travel as business needs dictate.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Related degrees in Business or Finance fields.
  • Advanced Excel skills.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and bonus opportunities.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Drug‑free workplace with pre‑employment drug testing.
Equal Opportunity

Intertek is a drug‑free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre‑employment drug test. Intertek believes that our people are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please email or call 1‑877‑694‑8543 (option #5).

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