Staff Accountant

DescriptionFurst-McNess Company is hiring a full-time Staff Accountant for our Rockford, IL headquarters office.

Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000 (compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview process)

Pay Type: Salary, paid bi-weekly

Core Work Schedule:  Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, start time between 7am-8am

Work Setting: Hybrid (1 remote day per week, 4 days in-office)

Work Location: 1252 Bell Valley Road, Suite 220, Rockford, IL 61108

Benefit Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. See our benefits summary below.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Furst-McNess Company is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and help ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records. This role is responsible for preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, assisting with the month-end close process, and supporting financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and able to work collaboratively across departments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other routine accounting transactions

Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies

Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including supporting schedules and account analysis

Support financial reporting by preparing reports, analyses, and variance explanations

Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation in accordance with company policies and accounting standards

Support internal and external audit requests by gathering and organizing required documentation

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to research and resolve accounting-related issues

Identify and recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls

Ensure compliance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, fixed asset, and other accounting functions as needed

Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

2+ years of Staff Accountant experience required

Knowledge of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and financial reporting

Experience working with accounting software or ERP systems

Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with other Microsoft Office applications

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality

Effective written and verbal communication skills

CPA eligibility, CPA pursuit, or related professional development is a plus

Maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

About Furst-McNess Company:

For more than a century, Furst-McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‑first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “Doing What’s Right” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at <https://www.mcness.com/>

Locations: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada.

Our Culture:

At Furst-McNess, we strive to:

Understand that being great is a choice

Never settle for average or “good enough”

Relentlessly search for ways to serve our customers better

Work as a team

Value and respect one another

Earn trust through our actions

Act in a safe and professional manner at all times

Conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity

Deliver on the commitments we make

Invest in our professional and personal development

Maintain a positive work environment that promotes success

Have fun and celebrate our successes

Benefit Package Summary:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5%

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays

100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents

Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually

Safety Boot Reimbursement

PPE provided