Sr. Accountant

Position: Senior Accountant

Supervisor: Accounting Manager North America

Location:  Rosemont, IL

Responsibilities:  The Senior Accountant will be responsible for general ledger accounting, assisting with the month-end close process, financial reporting, variance analysis, and quarterly and annual audits.

Specific Job Functions:

• Participate in the month-end close process, including but not limited to:
  • Posting and documenting journal entries on a timely basis
  • Ensuring completeness and accuracy of monthly account reconciliations
  • Assisting in supplemental reporting required by the Corporate Controller’s group, including AR and AP reporting
  • Assisting with AR Allowance for Doubtful Accounts calculation and review
  • Assisting with preparation of intercompany billings to affiliate business units
  • Posting journal entries in Pre-Close week
• Perform monthly reconciliations of multiple accounts in BlackLine
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Provide supporting data and workpapers for quarterly and annual internal and external audits
• Implement accounting initiatives led by Corporate Finance
• Complete other ad-hoc tasks when necessary

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Accounting
• 5-8 years of comparable work experience
• Familiarity with US GAAP
• Proficiency in MS Office products, with intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Experience in SAP S/4HANA is a plus, but not a requirement; experience with any large ERP system is a plus
• Ability to work cross-functionally and act as a liaison with cost center managers across North America
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments is a plus

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies in this position.

Resourcefulness           Customer Focus                        Team Player

Passion                        Integrity                                    Organizational/Planning

Communication             Self-Awareness                         Energy

Analytical                      Judgement/Decision Making      Detail Oriented

Target Salary Range: $85,000 – $100,000 salary a year.  Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, geographic location, and business and organizational needs.  Full-time positions are eligible for competitive benefits, including paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, disability benefits and 401(k). 

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Salary : $85,000 - $100,000