Staff Accountant

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the following monthly activities:
1. Prepare monthly journal entries by pulling information from standard reports, process standard journal entries and allocate appropriate charges from corporate reports that apply to Elgin Sweeper and FS Depot.
2. Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts and subledgers by gathering data and supporting information, and document discrepancies.
2. Track fixed assets, calculate depreciations and reconcile fixed assets to balance sheets.
3. Adhere to company policies and internal controls.
4. Assist in the annual review of the SOX controls and audits.
5. Assist in internal and external financial audits by providing necessary documents and responding to questions.
6. Process the daily invoicing for units shipped and prepare the MSO’s
7. Prepare required tax filings for sales/use tax, business tax, and submit them to Assistant Controller for review and filing.
8. Support and assist with cost accounting tasks as needed.
9. Assist other divisions or departments as needed for special projects.
10. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.
11. Perform other duties, assignments or special projects as requested.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting is required. 
• Candidates with CMA or CPA accreditation/licensing are also encouraged to apply.
• One to three years of accounting experience is required.
• Experience in a manufacturing organization a plus.
• Highly proficient in Excel with advanced skill level required.
• Daily usage expertise in MS Office Products Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required.
• JD Edwards experience is preferred
• Cognos experience is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Anticipated Salary Range:  $65,000 - $85,000 

Benefits of Employment 

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace. 

About Us

Sold and serviced through a network of more than 100 dealer locations worldwide, Elgin Sweeper products are the sweepers of choice for a variety of general street maintenance, special industrial and airport applications. With more than 100 years of experience, Elgin Sweeper offers municipalities, contractors and industries the most sweeper options in the country, using the latest sweeping technologies—mechanical, pure vacuum, regenerative air, alternative fuel and waterless dust control. Elgin Sweeper is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation’s Environmental Solutions Group. For more information, visit www.elginsweeper.com. 

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com. 

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.