Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Accountant

Location: Chicago IL (Onsite)
Employment Type: Permanent
Compensation: $72300 $% bonus

About the Role

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting accounting operations month-end close financial reporting and compliance for a public company environment. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams apply strong technical accounting knowledge and ensure accuracy and integrity across financial processes. The ideal candidate is a proactive detail-oriented professional with Big 4 experience and a strong understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting standards.

Key Responsibilities

Support monthly quarterly and annual close activities ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Prepare and review journal entries account reconciliations and variance analyses.
Assist with quarterly earnings preparation and reporting in accordance with SEC guidelines.
Ensure adherence to US GAAP and internal accounting policies.
Collaborate with internal teams to drive accurate financial results and process improvements.
Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation to external auditors.
Participate in special projects system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.
Manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced evolving environment.

Required Qualifications

4 6 years of accounting experience
Bachelors Degree in Accountancy or related field
CPA license preferred
Experience in public accounting; Big 4 strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of US GAAP month-end close processes and public-company reporting
Experience supporting quarterly earnings preparation in accordance with SEC guidance
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables lookups formulas)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and produce accurate results
High learning agility and intellectual curiosity
Ability to build strong relationships across all levels and functions
Self-starter who works independently and also thrives in a team environment

Additional Information

Bonus: 3%
Relocation: Not available
Sponsorship: Not available
Position Type: New role

Senior Accountant Location: Chicago IL (Onsite) Employment Type: Permanent Compensation: $72300 $% bonus About the Role The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting accounting operations month-end close financial reporting and compliance for a public company environment. This individ...

Senior Accountant

Location: Chicago IL (Onsite)
Employment Type: Permanent
Compensation: $72300 $% bonus

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

Support monthly quarterly and annual close activities ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Prepare and review journal entries account reconciliations and variance analyses.
Assist with quarterly earnings preparation and reporting in accordance with SEC guidelines.
Ensure adherence to US GAAP and internal accounting policies.
Collaborate with internal teams to drive accurate financial results and process improvements.
Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation to external auditors.
Participate in special projects system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.
Manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced evolving environment.

Required Qualifications

4 6 years of accounting experience
Bachelors Degree in Accountancy or related field
CPA license preferred
Experience in public accounting; Big 4 strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of US GAAP month-end close processes and public-company reporting
Experience supporting quarterly earnings preparation in accordance with SEC guidance
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables lookups formulas)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and produce accurate results
High learning agility and intellectual curiosity
Ability to build strong relationships across all levels and functions
Self-starter who works independently and also thrives in a team environment