Senior Accountant

CFS; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401(k) plan

Transportation benefits

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Senior Accountant – Corporate Accounting to handle month-end close, financial reporting, and analysis for corporate entities. You will ensure GAAP compliance and assist with budgeting and forecasting to support strategic decisions.

The role offers a hybrid schedule in Des Plaines, IL, with growth opportunities and a collaborative leadership team. CPA is a plus and prior public accounting experience is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2+ years of corporate accounting experience; public accounting background a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close for corporate entities including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for corporate operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors during audits and reporting cycles.
• Support ad-hoc projects and process improvements.

Skills

Corporate accounting

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting & forecasting

Journal entries

Variance analysis

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Senior Accountant – Corporate Accounting

Our client, a growing commercial real estate brokerage firm, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their corporate accounting team. This role is open due to expansion and offers the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio!

Why Join This Team?

• Growth & Advancement: Be part of a company experiencing rapid expansion, creating exciting career development opportunities
• Collaborative Culture: Work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
• Impactful Role: Small firm mentality where your contributions and ideas truly matter
• Comprehensive Benefits: Generous PTO, robust 401(k), transportation benefits, and more to support your well-being and financial security
• Hybrid Schedule: one day remote per week
• Strong leadership team that offers training and development

Competitive salary, 85-105k plus bonus (based off experience)

Position Summary

As a Senior Accountant – Corporate Accounting, you will be responsible for month-end close, financial reporting, and analysis for corporate entities. You’ll ensure compliance with GAAP, assist with budgeting and forecasting, and provide insights that support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities: Senior Accountant

• Manage the monthly close process for corporate entities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for corporate operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors during audits and reporting cycles.
• Support ad-hoc projects and process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications: Senior Accountant

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of corporate accounting experience; public accounting background is a plus
• CPA or CPA track is a plus
• Strong technical accounting skills and attention to detail

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