Accounting Clerk

Our Company

Founded forty years ago, Guardian Equipment manufactures industrial safety products (specifically, emergency eyewash and shower equipment). We are a family-owned company and the largest manufacturer of these products in the world. Product quality, innovation and service to our customers drive our success.

Proud To Call Chicago Home

We love Chicago and have always been here. Guardian Equipment's 80,000 square foot headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in a state-of-the-art, LEED-Gold certified building at North Branch and Division Streets in Chicago. We have gated off-street parking, are close to I90 and have easy access to public transportation.

Why You Should Join Our Team

When we say that “our people are our biggest asset”, we mean it. Whatever your career goals are, we believe in developing talent from within. We create opportunities for dedicated employees to grow and advance. We promote from within and support continuing education, technical training and skills development. We reward commitment, talent and the drive for excellence.

We are currently seeking one (1) full-time Accounting Clerk to join our team. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to support the day-to-day functions of our accounting department. This position will primarily be responsible for completing daily invoicing.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Entering, printing and invoicing customer orders
• Make corrections and/or delete orders
• Invoicing; including printing, mailing, filing and EDI (electronic data interchange).
• Run report of daily orders.
• Assist Accounts Receivable with cash receipts.
• Provide back-up and support to accounting department.
• Acknowledge orders as needed.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Skills and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of practical accounting or bookkeeping experience (coop, internship, prior work experience, etc.)
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office)
• Proficient in data entry
• Strong attention to detail.
• Team player and quick learner.
  
  

Full Time Schedule:

Office Hours are Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

40 hours per week plus occasional overtime

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting hourly rate is $22 – $24 per hour, depending on skill and experience level
• United Health Care Medical insurance plans - PPO options
• United Health Care dental and vision
• Short and long term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Two (2) weeks paid vacation,
• Ten (10) paid holidays and
• Five (5) paid sick days per year
  
  

Guardian Equipment Inc. are equal opportunity employers, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing a safe and healthy work environment.

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