Senior Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead month-end close, analyze financial statements, and support budgeting and forecasting. You will partner with leadership to drive sound financial decisions across the organization.

The role offers visibility with executive leadership, ownership of key accounting functions, and a collaborative culture with focus on continuous improvement and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience leading month-end close and account reconciliation processes.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Analyze financial statements and investigate variances to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Support internal and external audits and prepare requested documentation.
• Identify and implement accounting process improvements and internal controls.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and leadership to support business objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

CPA track

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP software

Excel

Job description

Senior Accountant

This hands-on Senior Accountant role offers the opportunity to lead month-end close activities, prepare and analyze financial statements, support budgeting and forecasting efforts, and partner with leadership to drive sound financial decisions across the organization.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out for the Senior Accountant:

• Highly visible role with regular interaction with executive leadership
• Opportunity to take ownership of key accounting and financial reporting functions
• Collaborative culture that values employee input and continuous improvement
• Broad exposure to financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic initiatives
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and strong benefits package

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant:

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Analyze financial statements and investigate variances to ensure accuracy
• Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Support internal and external audits and prepare requested documentation
• Identify and implement accounting process improvements and internal controls
• Partner with cross-functional teams and leadership to support business objectives

Qualifications for the Senior Accountant:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting
• Experience leading month-end close and account reconciliation processes
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization
• CPA or CPA-track preferred but not required

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