Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated
Senior Accountant to join our client’s team. This role is pivotal in consolidating financial results for North America, delivering variance analytics (YOY, QOQ), and preparing financial reports to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements. The position also supports the preparation of annual financial statements and plays a critical role in enhancing accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting systems to meet organizational needs while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable regulations.
Senior Accountant Responsibilities: - Consolidate financial results for North America and deliver variance analytics (YOY, QOQ)
- Prepare financial reports to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements, including supporting the preparation of annual financial statements
- Build and maintain account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Drive the implementation and optimization of accounting processes and internal controls within SAP
- Provide technical accounting expertise and oversight of North American financial reporting
- Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and external auditors to support financial close and reporting activities
- Identify and lead initiatives to enhance financial reporting, process efficiencies, and systems improvements
- Support ad hoc analysis, special projects, and continuous improvement initiatives as needed
Senior Accountant Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred
- 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a blend of public accounting and corporate accounting highly desirable
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, technical accounting standards, and financial reporting
- Expertise in financial consolidation, variance analysis, and financial reporting best practices
- Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred) and post-implementation stabilization a plus
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with financial reporting tools preferred
- Strong technical accounting skills, including interpreting and applying complex accounting guidance
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly
- Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset
- Proactive problem-solver with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results
- Must be located in the Chicago, IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment where your expertise will directly impact the organization’s financial operations and reporting. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for continuous improvement and technical accounting excellence, we encourage you to apply!
Thank you,
Allee Struve
Recruiting Lead – Management Consulting
LaSalle Network
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