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Synergy Interactive

Senior Staff Accountant

Synergy Interactive, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Candidates must be comfortable being onsite 5 days a week.

Searching for a skilled and motivated Senior Staff Accountant to become a key contributor to our growing finance function. In this role, you’ll manage day-to-day accounting operations, support monthly close activities, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

This is a hands‑on position ideal for someone who enjoys process improvement, thrives in a fast‑paced tech environment, and wants to play a part in shaping an evolving finance organization. You’ll work closely with leadership to strengthen accounting processes, establish controls, and enhance efficiency as the company scales.

Key Responsibilities

Execute month‑end close tasks such as journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.

Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.

Prepare and review account reconciliations for cash, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other key areas.

Assist with consolidations and intercompany transactions when applicable.

Prepare financial statements and supporting documentation as needed.

Oversee the end‑to‑end accounts payable process including vendor onboarding, invoice coding, processing, and approvals.

Match invoices to receipts and purchase orders to ensure proper documentation.

Manage vendor relationships and ensure timely and accurate payments.

Partner cross‑functionally to refine AP procedures and enhance expense reporting.

Develop and document accounting policies, workflows, and internal controls.

Recommend and implement process enhancements to improve accuracy and accelerate close timelines.

Support ERP optimization and contribute to system upgrades or integrations.

Collaborate with the Controller on process automation and operational efficiency projects.

Compile audit‑ready documentation for external audits, tax filings, and compliance requests.

Ensure consistent adherence to internal control procedures and policy documentation.

Partner with FP&A and leadership to ensure accurate expense allocation and variance reporting.

Coordinate with HR and Operations to reconcile payroll, benefits, and employee reimbursements.

Deliver ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic business decisions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CPA‑track highly preferred.

3–6 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in public accounting or a fast‑paced startup/tech company.

Strong command of U.S. GAAP and accrual‑based accounting principles.

Hands‑on experience managing accounts payable and invoice processes.

Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or Intacct) and advanced Excel/Google Sheets capabilities.

Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.

Process‑driven mindset with initiative to identify and solve problems proactively.

Seniority level

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Employment type Full‑time

Job function

Job function Finance

Industries Technology, Information and Media

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