Senior Accountant

Optimas; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimas is seeking a Senior Accountant in Wood Dale, IL to support the monthly close, GAAP reporting and financial analysis in a hands-on, team‑oriented environment. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 3+ years of general ledger experience, and proficiency in NetSuite or Epicor ERP.

CPA or equivalent certification is preferred. You will prepare journal entries and reconciliations, assist with audits, and contribute to cross‑functional projects that improve accuracy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of general ledger experience.
• Experience with NetSuite and/or Epicor ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience in manufacturing or distribution is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute monthly close activities including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Manage payroll-related entries and benefits costs.
• Prepare balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow inputs.
• Coordinate intercompany eliminations and period closing in ERP.
• Field audit requests and support external audits.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Internal control mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Epicor ERP

Job description

Sr. Accountant

Wood Dale, IL

$80,000-100,000

From design to delivery, Optimas integrates fastener manufacturing and distribution for greater inventory certainty, consistent quality, and a lower cost of ownership.

Fuel your passion with a career at Optimas. Become part of a team of diverse thinkers and doers who make a daily impact on our customers. We're always looking for talented, self-motivated, smart and resourceful team members. And we're committed to developing, supporting and driving your success.

Our Values are the THREAD that connects us as one team to ensure that we are accountable for our contributions to the success of our company and customers:

• Teamwork
• Honesty
• Respect
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Drive

To learn more, please visit our website http://www.optimas.com

Position overview:

The Senior Accountant position is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and demonstrates the ability to contribute across a variety of responsibilities to support departmental and organizational objectives. This position will be responsible for preparing various monthly journal entries and accruals in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company financial policy, as well as analyzing business data to support business goals and objectives.

Main responsibilities:

The role will be responsible for the following:

• Execute assigned responsibilities in accordance with the monthly close calendar and company policies, ensuring timely and accurate completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and fluctuation analysis for areas including, but not limited to: payroll/benefits, accounts receivable, accounts payable, debt, vendor rebates, prepaids and accruals.
• Manage all weekly, bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll journal entries and monitor all costs for employee benefits while partnering closely with Payroll/Benefits to ensure accurate recording, reporting, and allocation of costs to departments of all related transactions.
• Prepare the monthly balance sheet and income statement and provide inputs for the statement of cash flows. In addition, prepare quarterly footnote support.
• Own other monthly close tasks including, intercompany eliminations, headcount statistics, and closing the accounting periods in NetSuite.
• Own all related audit requests for the interim and annual audit, ensuring that all requests are provided to auditors in a timely manner.

Key Competencies:

The ideal candidate should have the following competencies:

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional partners
• Internal control mindset and risk awareness

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in general ledger accounting
• Proficiency in NetSuite and/or Epicor ERP systems preferred
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, distribution or related environment preferred

To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:

Optimas does not accept unsolicited CVs or applications from agencies. Optimas is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs or applications and explicitly reserve its right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited CV or application.

Optimas OE Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas OE Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.