Job Description
Join Chicago's premier financial services firm as a Senior Accountant. We're seeking a meticulous professional to drive financial excellence in our dynamic downtown headquarters. You'll play a pivotal role in maintaining fiscal integrity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize financial operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes
- Prepare and analyze complex financial statements and reports
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and SOX regulations
- Manage intercompany reconciliations and balance sheet reviews
- Develop and implement process improvements for accounting workflows
- Support annual budgeting and forecasting initiatives
- Coordinate external audit engagements and tax filings
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (MBA/CPA preferred)
- 5+ years progressive accounting experience
- Expertise in financial reporting and reconciliation
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, SAP, and Excel
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience with multi-entity accounting systems
- Detail-oriented with high accuracy standards