Senior Accountant

Addison Group; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Blue Cross Blue Shield health coverage

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

A high-growth accounting firm is seeking a detail-focused Senior Accountant to ensure accurate reporting and support process improvements through automation and collaboration. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, preferably with CPA credentials. Responsibilities include maintaining ledgers, preparing audit schedules, and resolving discrepancies. Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $95,000–$110,000 plus a 5% annual bonus and strong benefits. Join a collaborative environment focused on innovation and professional development.

Qualifications

• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Skilled at navigating change and thriving in fast-paced environments.
• Deep understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts with accurate, timely reporting.
• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies.
• Prepare audit schedules and assist with internal and external audits.
• Provide clear variance analysis and insights to leadership.

Skills

Strong communicator

Analytical thinker

Experience in fast-paced environments

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Job description

This range is provided by Addison Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Addison Group has partnered with a private-equity-backed, hyper‑growth pre‑IPO company to hire a Senior Accountant.

We’re searching for a detail-focused accountant who can ensure accurate reporting, maintain effective controls, and support process improvements across the business—especially through automation and cross‑functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts with accurate, timely reporting
• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies
• Support budgeting and forecasting with cross‑functional partners
• Strengthen and monitor internal controls and ensure policy compliance
• Prepare audit schedules and assist with internal and external audits
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
• Prepare and analyze GAAP‑compliant financial statements
• Provide clear variance analysis and insights to leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization
• Analytical thinker with a proactive, self‑starter mindset
• Skilled at navigating change and thriving in fast‑paced environments
• Deep understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties
• Experience working cross‑functionally and managing external partnerships

Why This Role

Become part of a high‑growth, innovative organization where the accounting team plays a strategic role in driving operational and business performance. Leadership fosters collaboration, transparency, and continuous professional development—and encourages the use of technology and automation to enhance processes.

Benefits

• $95,000–$110,000 base salary + 5% annual bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Blue Cross Blue Shield health coverage
• Life and disability insurance

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Manufacturing

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