Accounting Clerk

Description

About HCC/CCI

Henry Crown & Company/CC Industries is a Chicago-based, privately-held company that manages business, philanthropic, and family interests on behalf of a multi-generational family. The business ventures fall into broadly-defined categories: wholly-owned operating companies, public and private equity investments, and real estate. The enterprise also supports individual and collective giving through Crown Family Philanthropies and provides traditional family office services across generations. The enterprise employs approximately 350 professionals in the areas of investment management, corporate development, financial operations, tax, research and innovation, human resources, information technologies, and legal.

Why work for us?

We are a private enterprise with more than a 100-year legacy and track record of financial success, supporting our communities, and taking care of our employees.  We plan strategically with a long-term time horizon and an integrated approach to access superior opportunities and optimize financial results.  Integrity, collaboration, and dedication are cornerstones of our workplace culture that create rewarding professional experiences.

Position Description

The Accounting Clerk supports the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department by processing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling accounts, and providing general administrative support. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and data entry skills. The Accounting Clerk will interact with internal departments and external vendors to ensure accurate financial records and compliance with company policies. Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable Processing:  
  • Process accounts payable for various managed entities, including:
  • Process invoices for multiple entities, ensuring proper approvals and coding to the correct general ledger accounts  
  • Maintain appropriate documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls Communicate with vendors to obtain forms, verify information, and resolve discrepancies Coding invoices to general ledger accounts and responsible for data loads into ERP software
  • Encrypting and uploading positive pay files to bank
  • Printing and distributing checks
  • Filing and maintaining storage records according to retention guidelines
• Accounts Receivable Processing:
  • Process all billings and cash receipts for the Corporate Office, including:
  • Entering billings into ERP software and ensuring proper support is provided
  • Generating and distributing statements
  • Reconciling cash receipts and applying payments
• Legal Invoice Processing:
  • Compile, review, and summarize legal invoices and route for appropriate approvals
  • Track and distribute to responsible parties
• Company Credit Card and Expense Report Processing:
  • Maintain the administration of corporate credit cards, including:
  • Distribute company credit card statements to cardholders
  • Compile and prepare corporate card expense report in Concur  
  • Monitor receipt of credit card statements before due date
• General Administrative Support:
  • Provide general administrative support for the Accounting department, including:
  • Act as back-up support to the Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Preparing financial reporting binders  
  • Miscellaneous filing  
  • Miscellaneous data entry
  • Distributing department mail
  • Sending UPS, FedEx, certified mail
  • Scheduling and coordinating staff meetings, including catering arrangements 
• Other Accounting Support:
  • Assist with preparing various account reconciliations  
  • Maintain general ledger and prepare financial statements for non-operating entities  
  • Prepare summary financial information on an ad-hoc basis  
  • Support other departmental needs or special projects as assigned 
     

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree preferred  
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting practices.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and expense management tools (e.g., Concur) preferred.
• Professional communication and collaboration skills with internal and external partners.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

The Starting Salary Range: $53k - $59k. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. To see an overview of all our benefits please go to our career portal here.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals experiencing disability and BIPOC are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At CC Industries we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.