Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Accountant at Illinois Financial Services Inc. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage complex financial operations and drive strategic financial initiatives. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in Chicago's thriving business district.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements with variance reporting
- Manage accounts payable/receivable cycles and bank reconciliations
- Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes
- Develop and implement internal controls for financial compliance
- Collaborate with auditors during external reviews
- Lead financial forecasting and budgeting initiatives
- Maintain accurate fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/MBA preferred)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Expert proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
- Strong GAAP knowledge and SOX compliance experience
- Proven ability to manage complex financial reporting
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication abilities for cross-departmental collaboration