Senior Accountant — Data-Driven Finance Leader

Schaumburg Park District; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA Healthcare

FSA Dependent Care

Paid Vacation

Job summary

The Schaumburg Park District is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the finance team and oversee core accounting functions, lead monthly closes, and collaborate with departments to drive data-driven decisions.

The role offers advancement opportunities and requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting, 3–5 years of experience, and knowledge of governmental fund accounting; Microsoft Dynamics GP experience and CPA certification are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years of satisfactory proven accounting experience.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively.
• Knowledge of governmental fund accounting is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of automated financial, payroll and budgeting management systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP and CPA certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the District's monthly and annual financial close process, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, reports, and analyses.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Analyze variances and trends; partner with budget owners to communicate insights to management.
• Prepare year-end accruals and adjust journal entries.
• Lead the preparation and filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reports, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Maintain the fixed asset system, depreciation, and related journal entries.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication of financial information

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA certification (a plus)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Job description

The Schaumburg Park District is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the finance team and oversee core accounting functions, lead monthly closes, and collaborate with departments to drive data-driven decisions.

The role offers advancement opportunities and requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting, 3–5 years of experience, and knowledge of governmental fund accounting; Microsoft Dynamics GP experience and CPA certification are a plus.