Senior Accountant: Financial Control & Forecasting

CPS, Inc.; Riverwoods (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS, Inc. in Riverwoods, IL seeks an experienced accounting professional to directly manage daily accounting operations for clients, including A/P, A/R, GL and inventory accounting.

The role focuses on strong internal controls and collaboration with business owners to drive cash flow management and forecasts. The position includes month-end closings, preparation of financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow), variance analysis, and coordination of bank reporting and audits to recommend

Responsibilities

• Direct, monitor, and execute the daily accounting functions of our clients, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and inventory accounting
• Construct and monitor reliable control systems
• Work directly with owners of successful entrepreneurial businesses
• Managing cash flow and preparing budgets and forecasts
• Perform/orchestrate month end closings
• Prepare/review financial statements and reporting package, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
• Investigate variances and trends
• Monthly bank reporting/credit compliance
• Coordinate financial audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements

Job description

CPS, Inc. in Riverwoods, IL seeks an experienced accounting professional to directly manage daily accounting operations for clients, including A/P, A/R, GL and inventory accounting.

The role focuses on strong internal controls and collaboration with business owners to drive cash flow management and forecasts. The position includes month-end closings, preparation of financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow), variance analysis, and coordination of bank reporting and audits to recommend