- Accountant - Lincolnshire, IL (population 7,500) Are you interested in a challenging position and working alongside a creative and innovative team? The Village of Lincolnshire seeks a professional with exceptional “hands-on” accounting skills for the position of Accountant. This position is responsible for the day-to-day accounting functions of the Village. The Accountant reports directly to the Finance Director and requires knowledge and application of generally accepted accounting principles. The Accountant is responsible for a wide variety of assigned and self-initiated tasks including accounts payable, payroll processing, general ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, utility billing, and preparing financial statements. Successful candidates must have excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills; a collaborative work style; a strong customer service/public relations orientation; the ability to exercise sound judgment; initiative; and discretion. Candidate must possess an Associate’s Degree with major emphasis or coursework in Accounting or Finance and at least three years’ experience. Human resources knowledge/experience a plus. Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.
Salary Range: Starting salary $62,000 +/- depending on qualifications, experience, and professional achievements.
Job DescriptionAgency Contact: Please send a cover letter, resume, salary history, and three (3) work-related references to Leslie Cole, Village of Lincolnshire, 1 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. (EOE)
Deadline: January 29, 2021
The Village of Lincolnshire is an equal opportunity employer.
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Phone: 847.913.2336
Fax: 847.883.8608
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Lincolnshire Village Hall
One Olde Half Day Road
Lincolnshire, IL 60069