Senior Accountant

Covert Recruiting; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruiting agency is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee general accounting operations and ensure compliance with GAAP. This full-time position requires strong analytical skills, project-based accounting experience, and proficiency in Excel. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with CPA or CMA certification. This is a mid-senior level role based in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of experience in accounting roles.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual accounting.
• High proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables.
• Experience with ERP systems and month/year-end close.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting operations and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Perform account reconciliations and month-end closes.
• Support operations with financial analysis for decision-making.
• Collaborate with finance leadership on improving procedures.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Project accounting

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL | Full-time, Onsite

Base pay range: $105,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant oversees general accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance with GAAP, and timely financial reporting. Responsibilities include account reconciliations, month‑end close, financial analysis, project accounting, and supporting operations with ad‑hoc insights. Strong analytical skills and experience with project‑based accounting are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply project accounting methods, including percentage‑of‑completion, revenue/expense tracking, and weekly project billing.
• Support operations with financial analysis and data for decision‑making.
• Manage unbilled revenue/WIP calculations and daily cash entries in the ERP system to improve close efficiency.
• Review labor, materials, capital expenditures, and project profitability.
• Maintain monthly balance sheet schedules and ensure proper documentation.
• Identify and record accruals, prepaid expenses, and general ledger adjustments.
• Reconcile AP/AR and prepare accurate financial reports.
• Analyze financial results and recommend improvements to processes and spending.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and preparation of financial statements.
• Support internal/external audits and a 10‑day month‑end close.
• Strengthen internal controls, document processes, and recommend system enhancements.
• Collaborate with senior finance leadership on improving procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• 4–5 years of experience in accounting roles (staff, senior, or controller‑level exposure).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, accrual accounting, job costing, and percentage‑of‑completion methods.
• Experience with modern ERP systems and project modules; NetSuite experience preferred.
• High proficiency in Excel (large datasets, pivot tables, financial reporting).
• Experience with general ledger management and month/year‑end close.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, and accuracy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA or CMA required.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Industry

Manufacturing