Senior Accountant, Accounting and Reporting

Sue Prince Resourcing Ltd; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Ryan Specialty is seeking a Senior Accountant in Chicago hybrid to support period-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting under US GAAP. You will partner with cross-functional teams and contribute to SEC footnotes and audits.

The role requires a Licensed CPA, a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 3+ years of accounting experience, and strong Excel skills. Workday experience is preferred and the position is based in our downtown Chicago office with hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Licensed CPA or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.
• 3+ years of accounting experience with complex transactions.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with Workday and ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed account reconciliations for income statement and balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare journal entries in accordance with US GAAP.
• Perform period-end close activities, including variance analyses and explanations.
• Prepare support for footnotes and SEC filings.
• Assist with internal and external audits for domestic and international entities.
• Work with large data sets across multiple source systems to validate, reconcile and analyze financial information.
• Identify and implement processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

CPA license

Advanced Excel

US GAAP knowledge

Independent worker

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

Workday

Job description

Position SummaryThe Senior Accountant is a key member of the Controllership team, reporting to the Senior Accounting and Reporting Manager. This role will support period-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and reporting. Partnering closely with cross-functional teams to understand business activity, validate financial data and accounting inputs, and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with U.S. GAAP. This hybrid position is based in Chicago and requires 2-3 days per week in our downtown Chicago office.What will your job entail?ResponsibilitiesPrepare detailed account reconciliations for assigned income statement and balance sheet accountsPrepare journal entries in accordance with US GAAPPerform other period-end related close activities, including variance analyses and related explanationsPrepare support for footnotes and other information included in SEC filingsAssist with internal and external audits for both domestic and international entitiesWork with large data sets across multiple source systems to validate, reconcile and analyze financial information, and support system integration effortsIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracyRequired ExperienceLicensed CPABachelor’s Degree in Accounting3+ years of accounting experience, including exposure to complex or non-routine transactionsStrong working knowledge of US GAAPAdvanced Excel skills and ability to work with complex formulasExperience working with large data setsAbility to work independently and manage multiple prioritiesExcellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skillsPreferred ExperienceExperience with WorkdayBig 4 audit experienceFamiliarity with ASC 606Proficiency in ERP systems (Workday)Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.How We Support Our TeammatesRyan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.The target salary range for this position is $72,000.00 - $90,000.00 annually.The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/.We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at [e-mail] above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.