Senior Accountant: Close Lead, Fixed Assets & Automation

CFS; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Senior Accountant in Lombard, IL to own the month-end close, manage fixed assets, and support audits and internal controls. You will drive automation and process improvements across the accounting function, with broad visibility and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have 4–6 years of month-end close experience, strong GL expertise, and an CPA preference. The role offers salary between 100,000 and 115,000 with a potential bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 4–6 years of month-end close experience with strong GL and balance sheet accounting.
• Experience supporting audits, internal controls, and SOX compliance activities.
• Advanced Excel skills are required.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review month-end journal entries, account reconciliations, and close activities.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions, depreciation, disposals, and subledger reconciliation.
• Review balance sheet accounts, accruals, prepaids, and other GL transactions for accuracy.
• Support internal and external audits with schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.
• Lead process improvement and automation initiatives within accounting.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, and IT to resolve discrepancies and improve reporting.

Skills

Month-end close

General ledger

SOX compliance

Excel

Audit support

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

CFS is seeking a Senior Accountant in Lombard, IL to own the month-end close, manage fixed assets, and support audits and internal controls. You will drive automation and process improvements across the accounting function, with broad visibility and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have 4–6 years of month-end close experience, strong GL expertise, and an CPA preference. The role offers salary between 100,000 and 115,000 with a potential bonus.