IFG's client, located in a near north suburb of Chicago, is looking for a Senior Accountant.
This Senior Accountant position is responsible for various tasks which include commission calculations which is approximately 80% of the role. The other 20% includes month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, preparation of reports and other activities.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Calculating sales commissions based on job status, commission structures, draws and bonus calculations.
- Track project expenses, including labor costs, addendums, and change orders.
- Reviews accounts receivable and payables invoices for accuracy, reviews completed expense reports for correct GL coding and appropriate authorization.
- Assists with processing of bi-weekly payrolls. Manage payroll and benefit documentation and make annual, quarterly, or monthly updates based on changes to policies or employee reporting.
- Prepares and maintains records and a variety of financial transactions, special financial accounting, and historical reports.
- Oversee and prepares the month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
- Perform regular reconciliations of bank statements, accounts receivable, deposit and accounts payable to maintain accurate financial records.
- Assists with annual Budget and annual Financial Report preparations.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong organizational skills. Must be able to “own” the work, set priorities, meet critical time deadlines, and follow-up on assignments with minimum direction.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
- Manage multiple diverse tasks and prioritize work.