Junior Accountant

Company: Brilliant Financial Staffing - IL
Location: Streamwood
Posted on: February 28, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title : Junior Accountant Location : Streamwood, IL (100% Onsite) Pay Range : $26/HR-$28/HR Benefits : Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged to identify a Junior Accountant for one of our clients in the manufacturing industry. Our client is a global food manufacturer seeking an eager and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role reports directly to the Controller and works closely with a team of five within the accounting department. The Junior Accountant will support daily accounting operations, including billing, accounts payable, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This position is ideal for someone who can start immediately and is looking to grow within a stable organization. Junior Accountant Responsibilities: Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring transactions are properly recorded Ensure accuracy of entries to general ledger accounts Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations Compile financial data to support the preparation of balance sheets, P&L statements, and other financial reports Prepare and post journal entries as needed Assist with P&L account analysis Support year-end close by preparing audit schedules and confirmations Maintain the fixed assets system, including assigning asset numbers and tracking projects Assist with ad hoc projects and other duties as assigned Junior Accountant Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred 1 year of relevant experience Advanced Excel proficiency (v-look ups and pivot tables) Strong attention to detail and analytical skills If you or anyone you know is interested at qualified, please apply! Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Company Description Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields. Company Description Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.

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