Korn Ferry is hiring: Senior Accountant in Chicago

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$100,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

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Principal | Finance & Accounting | Professional Search | Korn Ferry

About Company:

Our client is a best-in-class technology solutions provider specializing in IT managed services, cybersecurity, compliance, cloud enablement, digital transformation and software development for mid-market and enterprise organizations. Our client’s comprehensive technology solutions and operational excellence allow clients to focus on their business with the value of an end-to-end technology partner. Our client believes in providing purpose to our people and that character, integrity and commitment win out. Technology is our mission, empowering and developing our team is our passion.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team. As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all financial transactions. You will also be responsible for preparing financial statements, analyzing financial data, and providing financial advice to management. Your expertise in accounting principles and practices will be essential in ensuring the financial health of our organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or related field
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA certification
• Experience in a supervisory role

Responsibilities:

• Prepare journal entries to ensure proper recording of transactions in the general ledger, including maintaining the supporting documentation for audit.
• Prepare various balance sheet account reconciliations including the monthly reconciliation of accounts receivable, deferred revenue, cash, accounts payable, inventory, intercompany and payroll.
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency in all financial transactions
• Ensure financial statements are completed in an accurate, timely and efficient manner by adhering to closing deadlines and seeing opportunities to streamline current processes.
• Support Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes as needed.
• Provide financial advice to management
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and practices
• Perform special projects and any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

Skills:

As a Senior Accountant, you will utilize your strong analytical and problem-solving skills to ensure accuracy and efficiency in all financial transactions. Your expertise in accounting principles and practices will be essential in preparing financial statements and analyzing financial data. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software will also be necessary in managing and overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department. Additionally, your ability to provide financial advice to management will be crucial in ensuring the financial health of our organization.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Professional Services

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