Staff Accountant

Horizon Food Equipment, Inc

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US - Illinois - Alslip Until 9/16/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 18, 2026 Last posted July 18, 2026
Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end and year-end close, and supporting financial reporting. The ideal candidate is analytical, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and post journal entries.
  • Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
  • Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records as needed.
  • Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
  • Prepare sales tax, payroll, and other regulatory filings as required.
  • Support the accounting team with special projects and process improvements.
  • Maintain accurate and organized financial documentation.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 2–5 years of accounting experience preferred.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with accounting software (such as QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics) preferred.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
  • CPA certification or progress toward CPA is a plus.


About Smart Care

Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.

Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status.  All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care’s application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at HR@smartcaresolutions.com.

About this role

Summary

Maintain financial records, prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and support month-end close.

Job title

Staff Accountant

Experience level

2-5 years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

on-site in Illinois, USA, remote not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

GAAPExcelQuickBooksSageNetSuiteMicrosoft Dynamics

Preferred skills

CPAfinancial analysisorganizational skillscommunication

Specializations

financial recordsGAAPreconciliationfinancial reportingaccounting software
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Alsip, IL, USA

On-site City