Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Accountant in Chicago! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage critical financial operations and drive our company's fiscal success. This immediate hire opportunity offers competitive compensation and rapid career progression in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements with variance reporting
- Manage accounts payable/receivable cycles and general ledger maintenance
- Lead month-end and year-end closing processes
- Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with GAAP standards
- Develop financial models for budgeting and forecasting
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial initiatives
- Implement process improvements for financial operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance (CPA preferred)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks
- Proven experience with month-end closing processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments