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Project Accounting Assistant

Hoffman Estates, ILOn-siteFull-time

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Project Accounting Assistant who processes accounts payable, employee expenses, cash receipts, and internal airfare reporting; supports vendor setup and accounting software reporting.

About this role

How Your Role Will Shape Our Success
Are you a detail-driven problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Walker Consultants is looking for a proactive and organized Project Accounting Assistant to join our Corporate Accounting team in Hoffman Estates, IL.
This is more than just a numbers role—it’s your chance to contribute to a collaborative, growth-focused team where your precision and initiative will help drive our success. We offer a supportive work culture, competitive salary and benefits, and real opportunities for professional development.
In this role, you’ll work closely with our Project Accountants, playing a key part in keeping our financial processes running smoothly and efficiently.
What You’ll Do

  • Process accounts payable invoices

  • Process employee expense reports for payment

  • Process cash receipts on a daily basis

  • Assisting with internal reporting of company airfare travel

  • Set up vendors to pay with ACH

  • Utilize accounting software to generate reporting as requested

  • Perform special projects as needed

What You Bring

  • Obtained or currently pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or 1-3 years of applicable work experience

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

  • Advanced computer skills required to learn and utilize accounting/project management software

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and stay organized with multiple projects and tasks

Compensation & Benefits
At Walker Consultants, we are committed to maintaining fairness and equity in our pay practices. For this role, the estimated base salary range is $42,000 – $52,000 per year. The final salary offered may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. We value open conversations about compensation and welcome the opportunity to discuss more about base salary and Walker’s total rewards philosophy during the recruiting process.

We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including:

  • Annual discretionary bonus program

  • Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!

  • Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance

  • Mental wellness benefits

  • Health Savings Account with company contribution

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts

  • 529 college savings plan

  • A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year

  • 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays

  • 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times

  • 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves

  • Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs

  • Paid community involvement hours

  • Tuition and licensure reimbursement, and sponsorship of professional memberships

  • Internal conferences and professional development opportunities

  • Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups

    • Skills

    Accounting SoftwareAccounts PayableACHCash ReceiptsExpense ReportsInternal ReportingMicrosoft Office SuiteProject Management Software

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