Senior Accountant: GAAP Reporting & Audit Readiness

Ruprecht-Company

Mundelein (IL)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Kilcoy Global Foods North America is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team in Mundelein, IL. This role will oversee general accounting operations, ensure GAAP compliance, support financial reporting, and assist with audits.

The Senior Accountant will contribute to the accuracy and integrity of financial data, drive process improvements across the organization, coordinate with internal teams, and assist with month-end close, budgeting, and regulatory

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
CPA or progress toward CPA preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
Experience in food manufacturing, CPG, or distribution is a plus.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting.
Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.
Ensure compliance with US GAAP and company policies.
Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
Analyze data and variances to provide actionable insights.
Support internal and external audits with required documentation.
Assist in developing accounting policies and process improvements.
Prepare sales and property tax filings and other regulatory reports as needed.
Maintain financial records and internal controls; collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.