Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant oversees payroll accounting benefits accounting and core general ledger responsibilities while supporting month-end close and financial reporting process. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge experience with multi-state payroll and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records strengthening internal controls supporting audit readiness and driving process improvements across payroll and accounting workflows.

Payroll & Benefits Accounting

Own end-to-end payroll accounting for multi-state payroll including salary commissionsbonuses and related accruals
Partner with HR and process payroll in coordination with ADP; ensure accuracy and compliance
Prepare and post payroll journal entries and allocations
Reconcile payroll tax liabilities and benefit payable accounts on a monthly basis
Oversee timely payroll tax filings and proactively resolve agency notices
Own year-end payroll reporting including W-2s 941s and state filings
Ensure payroll-related internal controls are designed and operating effectively

Reconciliations & Close Support

Own assigned areas of the month-end close process including preparation of journal entries accruals and reconciliations
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Analyze expense trends and provide variance explanations
Escalate issues that could impact payroll accuracy or close deadlines
Prepare bank statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
Support Accounts Payable operations and review of journal entries during month-end close
Escalate complex non-routine or technical accounting matters to senior accounting leadership as appropriate

Audit & Compliance

Prepare audit support for assigned GL accounts
Maintain thorough documentation supporting financial statement balances
Support external audit tax and regulatory inquiries
Identify recommend and implement process improvements across payroll and accounting workflows
Develop document and maintain accounting procedures

What Youll Bring

Bachelors degree in Accounting
3 years of progressive experience within an accounting and finance function (public accounting experience a plus)
Strong Excel skills
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage and meet multiple deadlines
Experience with multi-state payroll and payroll tax compliance preferred
Ability to operate independently and manage core accounting processes with minimal oversight

$100000 - $120000 a year

In compliance with local law we are disclosing the compensation or a range thereof for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to external market data internal equity location skillset experience and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of the Companys total compensation package for addition the Company provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage life and disability insurance a retirement savings plan parental leave paid holidays and flexible paid time off (PTO).

Make an impact:Work directly with the management team to help grow the business.

Find your groove and grow:Provi keeps growing and you should too. Expand your skill set diversify your experience and develop along with us.

Enjoy competitive benefits:Health Dental Vision 401(k) with match Commuter Perks Long/Short Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Unlimited PTO and Parental Leaves.

Be a part of something big:Join a dynamic and innovative team that is working to change a major industry.

Provi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.

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Required Experience:

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The Senior Accountant oversees payroll accounting benefits accounting and core general ledger responsibilities while supporting month-end close and financial reporting process. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge experience with multi-state payroll and the ability to operate ind...