Staff Accountant

Your future position: Staff Accountant

Location: Crystal Lake, IL

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact:

We are seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to join our team. The Staff Accountant will be part of the accounting group and report directly to the Department Manager. This essential position will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of Baxter & Woodman vendor invoices and employee expenses. This position will have a high degree of interaction with vendors and company staff.

What your day-to-day will look like, what you will learn on the job:

• Create new vendors in the software system.
• Review, approve, and process accounts payable.
• Review monthly vendor statements.
• Downloading vendor invoices for processing.
• Maintain document materials in an organized fashion, as set forth by the department standards.
• Assist employees with vendor and expense submissions.
• Review, approve, and process employee expenses.
• Respond daily to all vendor or expense-related questions.
• Provide professional customer service to vendors and employees.
• Increase department efficiencies through identifying process improvements.
• Assist with cash receipts and other accounting assignments.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Education Requirement:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in General Business or Accounting from an accredited university.

Must-haves, what you will bring:

• Critical thinker and problem solver with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly developed organizational, mathematical, analytical, and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively manage and progress work in challenging situations.
• Exhibit a high degree of professionalism when dealing with internal and external clients.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office (particularly Excel).

Compensation: The pay range for this role is $52,000 - $58,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule on eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - affirmative action –Vet/Disability employer.