Analyst, Field Accounting

Accounting/Finance Des Plaines, Illinois

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Description

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At this time, CJ Logistics America is unable to offer visa sponsorship or support for work authorization.

Now Hiring: Field Accounting Analyst

Are you a highly motivated finance professional ready to be the dedicated financial partner for our nationwide distribution network? We are seeking a Field Accounting Analyst to provide critical financial support, analysis, and P&L ownership for our CJ-operated warehouse facilities. This role is based in Des Plaines, IL, and reports directly to the Field Accounting Manager.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

You’ll work with a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
Every day presents new opportunities to grow, lead, and make an impact
Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 per year
Schedule: Ability to work a flexible schedule and maintain a cadence of visibility

What You'll Do:

You will play a central role in both the monthly close process and the daily operational success of our facilities, turning financial data into actionable insights for site leadership.

Monthly Financial Close: Own the P&L for specific warehouse facilities, prepare expense accruals, and deliver financial analysis/summaries for site leaders, highlighting key takeaways for performance improvement.
Operational Support: Provide daily and weekly support, including vendor payments, accounts payable support, and analysis of ongoing operations.
Trend & Variance Analysis: Support the Operations team by analyzing financial trends and completing detailed variance analysis.
Reporting & Presentation: Develop concise and insightful analyses and reports, and present findings clearly to management.
Controls & Compliance: Design and implement financial controls to ensure profitability goals are met, and support internal/external audit requests.
Process Improvement: Continually seek to improve processes, drive change, and make recommendations to leadership to standardize and improve efficiencies.
Collaboration: Maintain ongoing partnership with other Field Analysts, Accounting partners, and Operations business leaders.

What You Bring to the Table:

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.
2-4 years of experience in a finance or accounting-related position.
A highly motivated, detail-oriented professional mindset with strong analytical skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines during the financial close.
An independent performer capable of making appropriate decisions and comfortable operating in a changing environment.
Strong interpersonal skills (written and verbal) to act as a trusted business partner to Operations.
Strong skillset in Microsoft Office (Excel).
General ledger knowledge in financial systems such as SAP and Coupa are beneficial.

What's In It for You:

Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Full health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
401(k), life insurance, and tuition assistance.
Paid time off to rest and recharge.
An open-door work environment that values feedback and collaboration.
Opportunities for career advancement within a growing company

Ready to leverage your accounting skills to drive performance in our logistics network? Apply today!

CJ Logistics About Statement:

At CJ Logistics America, we know that we do our best work when we have an inclusive and diverse team, where we can draw on our different life experiences to help us deliver innovative solutions for our customers. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and an inclusive workplace. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized people tend to only when they check every box. So if you think you might be a good fit for the role, but don't necessarily meet every single requirement on the job posting, we still encourage you to apply.

CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL) and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the wellbeing of the end consumer, our customers and our employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.

CJ Logistics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, CJ Logistics participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.