Senior Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL 60602

Posted: 01/31/2024 Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: Other Pay Rate: 85,000-95,000

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Assist with month end closing process, prepare journal entries, account rec's, and periodic and ad hoc financial reports:

• Prepares journal entries and reconciliations for various transactions and accounts.

• Reviews journal entries and account reconciliations of staff and others as assigned.

• Maintenance of company files and data uploads

• Preparation of various financial statements and supporting schedules.

• Responsible for updating and maintenance of the fixed asset system

• Participates in the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.

 

 

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required, CPA  preferred

• Minimum of 4-7 years of related work experience.

• Excellent computer skills with experience with consolidation tools, Dynamics AX, Power BI, and Tableau.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of financial accounting principles, internal controls and cost accounting methods.

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality financial reporting.

• Proficient MS Excel skills with knowledge of creating templates and report writing.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts and determine appropriate liability reserve balances.

• Ability to manage, delegate and prioritize assignments to ensure that all reporting deadlines are met is essential.

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)  

Additional Information

* Excellent long term growth opportunity with a high profile division of a multi-billion dollar firm!

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