Senior Accountant

Brilliant®; Hammond (IN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brilliant is seeking a Senior Accountant in Hammond, IN for a role close to the area. The position starts onsite for 60–90 days and transitions to a hybrid work arrangement, with 1–2 days in the office. You will be responsible for core accounting duties and supporting the CFO on strategic initiatives.

You will handle month-end close, AP, billing, collections, GL, and payroll-related tasks while ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls. Growth into Mgmt is anticipated.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Lean, hands-on company environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day accounting operations for the company
• Assist with monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Oversee/support AP, billing, collections, and cash-related activities
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and accounting records
• Assist with payroll and accounting system conversions as the company integrates
• Partner directly with the CFO
• Help organize processes, documentation, and files to keep the accounting function running efficiently
• Take on increasing responsibility with the goal of progressing into Mgmt.

Skills

Accounting

Communication

Independence

Organizational skills

Job description

Our client is looking for a Senior Accountant.

The role is close to Hammond, IN. Onsite for about 60-90 days then Hybrid (only 1-2 day in office)

The role will have broad exposure across accounting, including AP, billing, collections, month-end close, reconciliations, and general ledger activities. The ideal candidate is someone who is comfortable wearing multiple hats, staying organized, and jumping in wherever needed to keep the accounting function running smoothly.

A major component of the opportunity is the long-term succession plan to grow into Mgmt.

Responsibilities:

• Support the day-to-day accounting operations for the company
• Assist with monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Oversee/support AP, billing, collections, and cash-related activities
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and accounting records
• Assist with payroll and accounting system conversions as the company continues integrating.
• Partner directly with the CFO.
• Help organize processes, documentation, and files to keep the accounting function running efficiently
• Take on increasing responsibility with the goal of progressing into Mgmt.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Comfortable working in a lean, hands-on compsny
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities