Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting

NIQ for Retail; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Accountant in Corporate Accounting, where you will play a crucial role in managing the global month-end close process. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with regional accounting teams, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and improving processes through automation. With a focus on accuracy and efficiency, you'll be instrumental in supporting audits and driving financial integrity within the organization. If you have a passion for numbers and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience in corporate accounting and consolidations.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the global month-end closing process and coordinate with regional teams.
• Prepare and process journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

SAP

OneStream

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting to join our team. In this role, you will manage the global month-end close process, collaborate with regional accounting teams, and ensure the accuracy and compliance of financial transactions.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Managing the global month-end closing process and coordinating with regional teams.
2. Assisting in the corporate period-end close and financial consolidation.
3. Preparing and processing journal entries, including complex transactions.
4. Ensuring SOX compliance and building scalable processes for financial close activities.
5. Supporting internal and external audits.
6. Identifying opportunities for process improvements and automation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance; CPA preferred.
• 2 to 4 years of experience in corporate accounting and consolidations.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP.
• Experience with SAP and OneStream is preferred.

Additional skills include excellent communication, analytical thinking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.