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Senior SEC Reporting Accountant

Buckingham Search, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Senior Financial Reporting Analyst — Downtown Chicago (Hybrid) Large, Global Manufacturing Company A major publicly traded organization headquartered in

downtown Chicago

is seeking a

Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

to join its Corporate Finance team. This role sits within a high-visibility external reporting group and supports consolidated financial reporting, technical accounting, and preparation of quarterly/annual filings.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone coming from

Big 4 or large-company audit/financial reporting , particularly those with exposure to

manufacturing, industrials, or multi-entity environments .

What You’ll Do

Support the preparation of quarterly and annual external reporting deliverables

Assist with the company’s transition to

full U.S. GAAP

reporting and development of standardized tools, templates, and controls

Partner with finance, operations, and corporate teams to streamline and strengthen reporting processes

Provide documentation, schedules, and analysis for internal and external auditors (SOX and financial audits)

Perform monthly and quarterly flux analyses, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers

Execute reporting tasks tied to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close

Participate in ongoing system enhancements and financial reporting system upgrades

Research unique or complex accounting matters and assist in drafting technical memos

Contribute to ad-hoc projects tied to policy updates, process improvements, and new accounting requirements

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

5+ years

of progressive accounting/financial reporting experience

Big 4 or large public company experience strongly preferred

CPA preferred , or actively pursuing

Strong command of U.S. GAAP

Fluency in Microsoft Excel and other reporting tools

Experience in a manufacturing or multi-unit environment is a plus

Ability to work cross-functionally in a deadline-driven environment

Strong documentation, analysis, and communication skills

Office located in

Downtown Chicago

Job Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing

Industry: Manufacturing

Location: Chicago, IL

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Student loan assistance

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

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