IFG-US’s client, in the Northwest Suburbs, is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team.
This role is hybrid, with 3 days on-site per week.
The Senior Accountant will be part of the Corporate Accounting team. This role will be responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and other financial activities within the organization. A key player in the monthly close process, the Senior Accountant will need strong financial analysis skills to prepare financial reports and to generate and interpret financial records & statements for management. Additionally, as the company expands internationally, there will be opportunities to support the global consolidation process. The Senior Accountant will also be responsible for leveraging prior experience and technical accounting skills to improve existing processes.
Responsibilities:
• Perform monthly responsibilities including journal entries, reconciliations and financial schedules.
• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements.
• Research technical accounting topics.
• Support the global consolidation process.
• Prepare or update accounting policies and memos.
• Look to continuously improve existing processes.
• Assist with integration of acquisitions into the company’s accounting processes and systems.
• Ensure activities are in compliance with company accounting policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Responds to inquiries from management, auditors and other internal customers as needed.
• Performs various special projects as needed.
Qualifications:
Education Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting Required
Experience Qualifications/Requirements
• 3+ years working in an accounting or audit department for a mid to large size company or audit firm.
• 3+ years with strong expertise in ASC 606, including revenue analysis, contract review, and documentation of revenue conclusions.
Required Skills and Abilities
• Self-motivated and a critical thinker.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Contribue to a collaborative and friendly culture with a positive attitude and a professional demeanor.
• Advanced skills in Excel.
• Researching technical accounting topics a plus.
• Audit experience a plus.
• OneStream experience a plus.
Licenses and Certifications
• Certified Public Accountant – Preferred
Skills
• A team player
• A strong work ethic
• Growth mindset
• Customer service focus