Senior Accountant Job at Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) in Chicago

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$80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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Recruiting top talent across Accounting & Finance in the Chicagoland area. Feel free to get in touch on 224.479.1606 or at dgold@cfstaffing.com

About The Company

Our client is a rapidly growing manufacturing organization who are looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. The organization has enjoyed incredible success in the last few years' and are seeking a candidate with a similar accounting background, ideally within manufacturing to join the company during this exciting period.

Reasons To Work Here

• Strong medical / dental / vision
• 401k match
• Bonus
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings account
• Insurances
• Disability benefits
• Career progression
• $80k - $100k salary a year
  
  

Job Purpose

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our dynamic Accounting/Finance team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting, financial reporting, and analysis, as well as a strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations. As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions, participating in the month-end close process, supporting audits, and tax filings. This role reports directly to the Director of Accounting in Chicago and will help mold the future of the North America Accounting/Finance team.

Responsibilities

• Execute the monthly general ledger close process and required reporting; ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare complex accounting journal entries and collaborate with other departments to gather pertinent data for month-end close.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, including supporting schedules and documentation.
• Assist in the documentation of accounting processes and procedures.
• Respond to accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Prepare supporting documents and perform tasks related to the external audit.
• Partner with the Accounting/Finance Leaders to improve/implement accounting processes.
• Compile, analyze and distribute routine and ad hoc financial reports.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.
• Assist with special projects, such as system implementations, process improvements, and ad-hoc financial analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing company is preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., One Stream, Epicor preferred) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookup).
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Detailed oriented and ability to work with minimal supervision.
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Accounting

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