Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team at Apex Financial Partners, where precision meets innovation. We're seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to drive financial excellence and support our growing client portfolio. This hybrid role offers competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative environment in Chicago's vibrant downtown.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly/quarterly financial statements ensuring GAAP compliance
- Manage month-end closing processes including journal entries and reconciliations
- Lead internal audits and SOX compliance initiatives
- Develop financial models for forecasting and variance analysis
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on budgeting and strategic planning
- Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules
- Streamline accounting workflows using ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance (CPA/MBA preferred)
- 5+ years progressive accounting experience in public/private sectors
- Expertise in full-cycle accounting and financial reporting
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks/NetSuite)
- Strong understanding of tax regulations and compliance requirements
- Proven ability to manage complex reconciliations and audits
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail