Based in Mount Prospect, IL, Mizkan America is a subsidiary of the Mizkan Group, a global, family-owned company that has been Bringing Flavor to Life™ for over 220 years. As one of the leading makers of vinegars, condiments, and sauces in the United States, Mizkan America maintains 12 manufacturing facilities that serve the retail, food service, specialty-Asian, and food-ingredient trade channels. We are committed to following our two core principles: continuously challenging the status quo and delivering only the finest products for our customers. Our leadership seeks out, embraces, and implements ideas for improvement from all its employees. Transparency and accountability are two key factors that drive our company’s overall management approach.

We are looking for people who are seeking to deliver their best so that we can deliver ours. Above all, we’re dedicated to maximizing the potential of our greatest assets—our team members. That’s reflected in our ongoing commitment to recruit, develop, reward, and retain our talented, multicultural workforce. We hope to see you as part of our team’s future success!

COMMENTS: This job description reflects assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

SUMMARY: Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting on all general accounting functions for the company. Responsibilities include provide assistance in maintaining accurate financial records, entering financial transactions, performing month-end closing procedures. This position will also assist in different aspects of general accounting functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare timely account reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts, such as Inter/Intra company accounts, multiple employee bonus plans, prepaid assets, general/health insurance and provide accounting support to new start-up subsidiaries in accordance with approved Company policy.
• Support and provide back up to the non-MAPI and MAPI closing entries during the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close process.
• Work with internal MPO business partners to develop monthly accrual information and entries as required.
• Assist in providing documentation and work papers requested by external and internal auditors.
• Assist in documenting and monitoring of internal controls.
• Assist in implementing / maintaining policies and procedures for General Accounting in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS.
• Proactively identify process improvement opportunities and assist with the implementation of new systems and/or process.
• Other duties and projects as may be assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required.
• 3+ years Accounting experience is required.
• Experience with SAP and/or Microsoft D365 is preferred.
• Must be well organized, detail oriented and possess good analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate with non-accounting professionals.
• Must possess good verbal and writing skills and be a self-starter.
• Highly organized, strong attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic, high integrity.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work overtime, as necessary, during month-end, quarter-end and year-end close periods.
• Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $64,600 to $90,800.

Compensation is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Short-Term Incentive and other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package.

A full range of medical, dental, vision, 401K plus up-to-four-percent (4%) match, profit sharing, wellness program, paid parental leave, long-term-care insurance, critical accident insurance, short- and long-term disability and education assistance are also available.