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Accountant II

Wurth Group of North America Inc.
Forest, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/19/2026

Company

 Wurth IT USA is a branch of Wurth IT, a global IT services provider.  Wurth IT has over 1,100 employees worldwide. Our cutting-edge IT solutions cater to the diverse needs of the Wurth Group, continuously improved by our agility and inventiveness. Our innovative culture is built on transparency and trust, where each team member contributes to the development of fresh ideas.

Wurth IT is part of the Wurth Group – a multibillion-dollar organization.  With more than 400 companies operating over 2,500 branch offices and shops in 80 countries, Wurth is a global family business.

Are you eager to gain insights into companies from various industries while also exploring the world? Then welcome to Wurth IT!

 

POSITION SUMMARY 

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to take end to end responsibility for all financial aspects of the monthly closing process for our U.S. IT company. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who brings both strong IFRS expertise and a solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and state specific tax requirements. The possibility of further development and taking on additional responsibility for tasks in other countries.

You will work independently, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, maintain accounting integrity across all processes, and collaborate closely with local and international Finance teams within the Würth IT Group.

 

Key Responsibilities

·         Execute the complete monthly closing process, including:

·         Journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations

·         Reviewing and posting accounting transactions

·         Preparing monthly financial statements and variance analysis

·         Manage general ledger, fixed asset accounting, and cash management

·         Ensure compliance with IFRS reporting standards and local U.S. regulatory requirements

·         Oversee state-specific tax topics, including sales/use tax, payroll-related taxes, and reporting

·         obligations

·         Maintain accurate balance sheet schedules and ensure documentation is audit-ready

·         Partner with internal stakeholders (local Management, Controlling, HQ Finance) to support

·         reporting and analysis

·         Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and strengthen internal controls

·         Support annual external audits and contribute to ad hoc financial projects

 Required

·         Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or similar field (master’s preferred)

·         5 years of professional experience in Accounting or Finance

·         Advanced knowledge of IFRS as well as solid understanding of local U.S. GAAP & state tax

requirements and if possible Canadian GAAP (ASPE)

• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, fixed assets, and month-end close

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP S/4 HANA) and Microsoft Excel

• Excellent communication skills in English

 Preferred

·          Experience in international companies or in shared-service environments

·         Familiarity with multi-state tax regulations

·         Experience in preparing documentation for audits and compliance reviews

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Wurth IT USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws. We also value and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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