Senior Accountant

Geneva Search Partners, LLC; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth potential

Collaborative culture

Exposure to complex operations

Job summary

Geneva Search Partners, LLC is searching for a highly motivated Senior Accountant for a global manufacturing organization in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. The role involves managing month-end and year-end closes, preparing financial statements per U.S. GAAP, and enhancing internal controls. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and at least 4 years of relevant experience, preferably in manufacturing. This position offers exposure to complex operations and opportunities for career growth within a collaborative culture focused on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably with a public accounting foundation.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry, including exposure to inventory.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead portions of the month-end and year-end close process.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Maintain and reconcile inventory and manufacturing-related accounts.

Skills

Technical accounting foundation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Accountant to join our client, a growing global manufacturing organization. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong technical accounting foundation. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the monthly close process, financial reporting, and operational accounting across a complex, multi-entity environment.

This position offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and finance teams while contributing to process improvements and scalable accounting practices in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead portions of the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Maintain and reconcile inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing-related accounts, including standard costing and variance analysis
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate financial reporting of production, inventory, and cost drivers
• Support consolidation activities for multiple entities, including intercompany transactions and eliminations
• Analyze financial results and provide insights into manufacturing performance, margins, and cost trends
• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation
• Evaluate and improve internal controls and accounting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Support implementation of ERP systems or system enhancements related to finance and operations
• Assist with technical accounting research and application of new accounting standards
• Collaborate with FP&A and leadership to support forecasting and budgeting initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• 4+ years of accounting experience, with a strong preference for candidates with a public accounting foundation
• Experience in the manufacturing industry, including exposure to inventory
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a global, industry-leading manufacturing organization
• Exposure to complex operations and international business environments
• Career growth potential within a scalable and evolving finance organization
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation and operational excellence

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.