Senior Accountant

Buckingham Search; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule with flexibility

Job summary

Buckingham Search in downtown Chicago is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a global leader known for innovative products and strong employee benefits.

You will prepare and review journal entries, support US GAAP close, assist with SOX compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on month-end, audits, and process improvements. Hybrid schedule available with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 3+ years of progressive public accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience ensuring SOX compliance.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (JDE, SL9, or similar) and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve accounting issues.
• Support OneStream reporting to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain integrity of all financial transactions in compliance with US GAAP and company standards.
• Oversee revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP, working closely with sales, legal, and operations.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting activities.
• Participate in internal/external audits and remediate control findings.
• Document standard operating procedures and accounting processes.
• Identify and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness in close and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operations.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives assigned by the Accounting Manager.

Skills

Public accounting

US GAAP

SOX compliance

ERP systems (JDE/SL9)

Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

JDE

SL9

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

An international company in downtown Chicago is hiring a new Senior Accountant for their team! This company is known for creating innovative products, never shying away from an acquisition, and enhancing the lives of their employees through a combination of great benefits and lofty career paths.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations
• Investigate and resolve accounting issues
• Support OneStream reporting to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain integrity of all financial transactions in compliance with US GAAP and company standards
• Oversee revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP, working closely with sales, legal, and operations
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting activities
• Participate in internal/external audits and remediate control findings
• Document standard operating procedures and accounting processes
• Identify and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness in close and reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operations
• Participate in special projects and initiatives assigned by the Accounting Manager

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 3+ years of progressive public accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience ensuring SOX compliance
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (JDE, SL9, or similar) and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Why Join?

• Work with a global market leader in a growing industry
• Be part of a collaborative Accounting Center of Excellence
• Hybrid schedule with flexibility
• Exposure to cross-functional teams and strategic projects
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement