Senior Accountant

The Methodical Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Methodical Group is seeking a Senior Accountant in Chicago with 6-10 years of accounting experience to support financial reporting and month-end close. You will handle GL maintenance, reconciliations, budgeting support, and AP/AR processing while collaborating across departments.

Ideal candidates bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with MAS 90/Sage 100. Crystal Reports knowledge is a plus, and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of hands-on accounting experience in a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and month-end close.
• Experience with bank reconciliations, AP and AR.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support month-end close activities and ensure accuracy of financials.
• Maintain general ledger; post and adjust journal entries.
• Perform bank, credit card, and other account reconciliations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Process vendor invoices using three-way matching; manage vendor records.
• Post cash receipts and customer payments; reconcile customer accounts.
• Support internal and external audits with documentation.
• Use ERP systems to manage financial data.
• Assist with special projects and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Tools

MAS 90/Sage 100

Crystal Reports

Job description

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About The Methodical Group

The Methodical Group is a global staffing and workforce solutions firm specializing in connecting organizations with experienced professionals across technology, finance, accounting, and business operations. We partner with businesses ranging from growing companies to established enterprises, leveraging strategic talent acquisition, market expertise, and relationship-driven recruiting to deliver exceptional talent solutions. Our commitment to quality, transparency, and long-term partnerships helps organizations build high-performing teams while supporting professionals in achieving meaningful career growth.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support our client's financial operations in Chicago, Illinois. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting financial reporting and month-end close activities, performing account reconciliations, and managing key accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of hands-on accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting. Experience with MAS 90/Sage 100 is preferred, while knowledge of Crystal Reports is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Month-End Close: Support monthly financial reporting and month-end close activities, ensuring financial information is accurate and complete.
• General Ledger Maintenance: Review, post, and adjust journal entries as needed to maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform general ledger, bank, credit card, and other financial account reconciliations. Investigate discrepancies and ensure account balances are accurate.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist with budget preparation, financial forecasting, and variance analysis to compare actual results against projections.
• Accounts Payable: Process vendor invoices using a three-way matching process, maintain vendor records, resolve discrepancies, and prepare weekly check runs.
• Accounts Receivable: Post cash receipts and customer payments, reconcile customer accounts, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on overdue balances.
• Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by preparing supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Accounting Systems: Use accounting software and ERP systems to manage financial data and support accounting operations.
• Administrative Support: Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to support financial accuracy and business objectives while maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 6-10 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in a Senior Accountant or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.
• Experience with bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and financial variance analysis.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Experience with MAS 90/Sage 100 is preferred.
• Knowledge of Crystal Reports is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with integrity and professionalism.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.