Join the movement that’s transforming railroads and revolutionizing the future of transportation.
At Wi-Tronix, we’re not just imagining the future of rail—we’re engineering it. Our team of trailblazers is radically changing how the rail industry thinks, performs, and innovates. Every day, we push boundaries to keep rail safe, efficient, and on track.
The Staff Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all company payables. This role plays a critical part in maintaining strong vendor relationships, supporting financial accuracy, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and external regulations. The Staff Accountant will gather all necessary information for items requiring payment and process them in a timely and efficient manner, contributing to the overall financial health and operational efficiency of the organization.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in accounts payable, including invoice processing, reconciliations, and financial reporting within an ERP environment (Epicor experience preferred).
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with advanced skills in data analysis and reporting.
- Prior experience working in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve discrepancies, manage vendor disputes, and optimize payment workflows.
- Solid understanding of tax regulations, compliance standards, and accounting principles to ensure accurate and compliant financial records.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and teams.
- Technology enthusiast demonstrated through work experience, hobbies, and/or education
- Agile Mindset – the ability to work in an iterative manner that allows for rapid prototyping, effective feedback loops, and the ability to meet aggressive timelines
CORE FUNCTIONS
Invoice administration (45%)
- Receive all invoices
- Code and enter into Epicor in a timely manner
- Packing Slip scanning and filing
- ACH/Check run
- Vendor Communication
Credit card program administrator (20%)
- Issue cards to authorized users
- Manage fraud issues
- Work with cardholders to gather receipts and code business charges
Cash Handling (5%)
- Deposit checks in bank and apply cash in Epicor
- Manage Foreign currency translation requests and deposits
Vendor Management (10%)
- Maintain W-9 Records
- Gather required information for new vendors
- Ensure accurate set up in Epicor
General Accounting (20%)
- Maintaining monthly close calendar
- Bank Account reconciliations
- Month-end assigned balance sheet reconciliations and applicable journal entries
- Monthly Wi-Tronix Group accounting/journal entries
- Ad-hoc analysis as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
- Working conditions as found in a typical office location or a remote office location.
- In-office expectations (Bolingbrook, IL) are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays based on our current in-office operating model. This model can change at any time, and the expectation is that all local team members are able and willing to come into the office on any day of the week, as needed.
- Ability to board a locomotive.
WHY WI-TRONIX?
- Be part of a mission-driven company revolutionizing rail technology.
- Work with cutting-edge tools and a passionate, collaborative team.
- Enjoy a culture that values innovation, ownership, and making things happen.
This position's anticipated base salary range is 63,000 to 83,000. Final compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and location. Hybrid: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday are in-office days at our corporate office in Bolingbrook, IL. Wi-Tronix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, E-Verify, and Drug-Free Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process due to disability, please inform us at michele.hughes@wi-tronix.com so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available. Wi-Tronix does not review unsolicited resumes from recruiters or search firms.