Senior Accountant

Connect Search, LLC; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Aurora, IL is seeking a Sr. Accountant to contribute to financial reporting and accounting functions. The role involves month-end close activities, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and ERP support. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting and at least 4 years of relevant experience. This position offers a comprehensive view of the corporate finance landscape with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).
• Minimum 4 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or multi-entity environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end journal entries for corporate and central functions.
• Complete and review balance sheet reconciliations for corporate accounts.
• Perform variance analysis, investigate discrepancies, and drive corrective actions.
• Assist with ERP and consolidation system administration.

Skills

Month-end close activities

Balance sheet reconciliations

Variance analysis

Process improvements

ERP system support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

Overview

Our client in the southwest suburbs is hiring a Sr. Accountant. The Senior Corporate Accountant is a key contributor to the company’s corporate, consolidations, and financial reporting functions. The position covers a broad range of responsibilities, including month-end close activities, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, process improvements, and ERP/consolidation system support.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end journal entries for corporate and central functions (e.g., marketing, insurance, prepaids, debt).
• Complete and review balance sheet reconciliations for corporate accounts.
• Research and support implementation of technical accounting matters.
• Perform variance analysis, investigate discrepancies, and drive corrective actions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen processes and maintain robust financial records.
• Assist with ERP and consolidation system administration.
• Participate in special projects, process enhancements, and technology initiatives.
• Support annual financial statement audits and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and complete accounting records.
• Document accounting policies, procedures, and workflows for assigned areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).
• Minimum 4 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or multi-entity environment.