Senior Accountant

Second Life Mac; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Second Life Mac is seeking a Senior Accountant to support financial functions, including reporting and budgeting. The role requires strong analytical skills and a proven track record in accounting, with responsibilities that include managing finances and assisting in strategic planning. The company promotes a culture of maximizing human potential and offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Flexible vacation policy

Exemplary health benefits

401k plan with financial advisor

Financial education program

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience in an accounting role.
• Proven record of excellence in various accounting areas.
• Ability to convey complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support financial reporting, month-end close, and budgeting.
• Assist in creating strategic financial plans.
• Engage with external partners for tax reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Financial modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field

Tools

MS Office365

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Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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We’re looking for a profit-minded, tactical Senior Accountant to support our overall financial functions.

As a part of our hiring process, we ask that you please complete this 8–10-minute culture survey to be considered for this role at SLM: https://go.apply.ci/s/hkCjJZOjpt

At SLM, our Core Purpose is to Maximize Human Potential. We believe in the health and well-being of our Team Members which includes having an industry-best Total Rewards program. That program includes a flexible vacation policy, exemplary health benefits (BCBS), a 401k plan with a dedicated financial advisor, a financial education program, and top pay for our Team Members.

Who is Second Life Mac: SLM is the industry leader in Apple device buybacks for schools and businesses. We are the thought leaders when it comes to educating our clients on maximizing the value of their used Apple devices and ensuring that students/employees always have the technology they need to do great work. We purchase used devices, bring them to our facility to be cleaned and refurbished, then give them a second life by selling them to consumers at a great price. We’re a company that puts significant focus on helping our team members maximize their human potential. In fact, we’re so dedicated to this purpose that we embed it into our long-term business plan and vision.

The right candidates: We are looking for people who fit our core values (Do Whatever It Takes, Positive Energy, and Take Action). SLM hires and promotes using these values and they are in the core of every Team Member we have, people either have them or they don’t. SLM is an incredibly entrepreneurial company and people with that mindset fit in extremely well with our team. We are looking for people who want to be a part of something bigger, something special, something life changing.

Senior Accountant

Description of duties:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the organization's financial reporting, month-end close, accounts payable and receivable, and budgeting and forecasting. This role will support the Controller and CFO in ensuring that the company’s finances are efficiently run, data is more accurate, and forecasting/budgeting is optimized. This position may also engage with Senior Leadership Team and other department team members, as necessary.

• Supports the CFO and Controller in managing company finances.
• Assist in the creation of a strategic financial plan, including methods to increase revenue and reduce costs.
• Assess financial risks and work to minimize them.
• Create financial outlook reports and ensure company funds are sufficient.
• Engage with external partners to prepare and submit taxation and tax reporting information.
• Help oversee all fiscal reporting within the company.
• Assists in accounting functions such as A/P, A/R, treasury/cash management, as necessary
• Assist with month-end financial close process
• Assist in team members’ financial understanding and provide guidance to help them navigate financial processes and make informed decisions.
• Demonstrate strong financial modeling skills and a comprehensive understanding of revenue cycles and economic drivers, translating complex financial concepts into simple terms for all stakeholders.
• Exhibit a leadership style characterized by direct communication and transparency, while remaining humble and open to admitting mistakes.
• Apply strategic thinking to corporate development initiatives, identifying opportunities to start, integrate, or divest businesses to maximize return on investment.
• Simplify complex information, projects, and definitions, de-complicating processes and ensuring clarity for all involved parties.
• Possess a strong background in math, finance, annual operating plans (AOP), budgets, forecasting, and effectively communicate these concepts to diverse audiences.
• Report to and work with the Controller on all financial matters.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field

Skills & Abilities:

• A proven record of accomplishment (at least 6 years) of excellence in an accounting role demonstrating expertise in a wide range of areas and departments.
• Ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and understandable manner.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a talent for thinking outside the box.
• Extensive experience in financial modeling, revenue cycles, and economic drivers, coupled with the ability to simplify complex financial concepts.
• A leadership style characterized by direct and transparent communication, humility, and a willingness to admit mistakes.
• Proficiency in corporate development strategies, with a focus on maximizing ROI.
• The ability to simplify information and projects.
• Strong mathematical and financial acumen, with the ability to communicate these concepts effectively.
• Experience with MS Office365– must be proficient with technology, learn systems quickly and understand various software systems.

Other:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• Must be eligible to work in the us without sponsorship.

SLM takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team. We do not discriminate against any individual based upon race, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and/or related medication conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, sex, national origin, age, marital status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Employment is decided by qualification, merit, and business needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Reports to: Controller

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Computer Hardware Manufacturing

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