Senior Accountant: Financial Analysis & Forecasting

Sidley Austin LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking a Senior Accountant in Illinois to produce financial reports, analyze data, and support forecasting and budgeting activities. The role requires independence, strong organizational skills, and the ability to deliver accurate analyses on tight timelines.

The successful candidate will maintain general ledger integrity, assist in management reporting, and mentor junior staff. A CPA or CPA candidate is preferred, with a hybrid work arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of accounting or finance experience.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce financial reports and analyze data.
• Turn around ad hoc analyses quickly with data integrity.
• Work independently to complete tasks without supervision.
• Develop and maintain Excel spreadsheets for analyses and reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Judgment

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking a Senior Accountant in Illinois to produce financial reports, analyze data, and support forecasting and budgeting activities. The role requires independence, strong organizational skills, and the ability to deliver accurate analyses on tight timelines.

The successful candidate will maintain general ledger integrity, assist in management reporting, and mentor junior staff. A CPA or CPA candidate is preferred, with a hybrid work arrangement offered.