Senior Accountant

Maverick Search Partners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and six paid holidays

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life and disability insurance

403(b) with 3% employer match

Fitness center access

Tuition assistance

EAP and additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

A mission-driven healthcare organization in Chicago is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional. This role involves maintaining general ledger integrity, preparing financial statements, performing financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with regulatory reports. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related fields, with preferred qualifications including public accounting experience and CPA certification. The position offers competitive benefits, including healthcare coverage and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years public accounting audit experience preferred.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Healthcare industry experience preferred.
• Healthcare industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly GL close and financial statement preparation.
• Prepare and analyze journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Reconcile and analyze GL accounts with supporting schedules.
• Prepare regulatory compliance reports and filings.
• Conduct financial and operational analysis.
• Participate in monthly financial review meetings.

Skills

Financial statement and reporting knowledge

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Customer-focused approach

Strong business acumen

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Join Our Client's Mission-Driven Healthcare Team!

Our client located in the Chicago area seeks a detail-oriented accounting professional to support their compassionate healthcare organization. This corporate role reports to senior finance leadership and involves maintaining general ledger integrity, ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting month-end close, and performing financial analysis for assigned business units.

WHY JOIN?

Make a real impact in healthcare. Your work directly supports an organization committed to providing quality, compassionate care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete monthly GL close and financial statement preparation
• Prepare and analyze journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
• Reconcile and analyze GL accounts with supporting schedules
• Prepare regulatory compliance reports and filings
• Conduct financial and operational analysis with detailed commentary
• Participate in monthly financial review meetings with leadership

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years public accounting audit experience
• CPA certification
• Healthcare industry experience

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong financial statement and reporting knowledge
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Collaborative, customer-focused approach
• Strong business acumen with ability to explain complex financial concepts
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

BENEFITS

• PTO and six paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 403(b) with 3% employer match
• Fitness center access
• Tuition assistance, EAP, and additional voluntary benefits