Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team in the heart of Chicago. This is an immediate hire opportunity for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will play a crucial role in maintaining our financial integrity, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic financial planning.
At Apex Financial Solutions, we value accuracy, transparency, and innovation. We offer a competitive benefits package, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a significant impact from Day 1.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
- Manage the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring all journal entries and reconciliations are accurate and timely.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist in the annual audit process by providing necessary documentation and supporting schedules.
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable operations to ensure cash flow is optimized.
- Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis reports for executive leadership.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and internal controls.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Master’s degree (CPA/CMA preferred).
- Minimum of 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate environment.
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP) and advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.