Senior Accountant: GAAP, SOX & Audit Expert

Culligan International Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Culligan International Company is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and the month-end close. The role supports financial reporting, variance analysis, and audits.

You will ensure U.S. GAAP compliance, assist with SOX controls, and work with internal and external auditors. A CPA is preferred and a Bachelor's in Accounting is required; 4–7 years of experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public company experience with balance sheet reconciliations.
• Experience supporting SOX controls and audit processes.
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and internal control practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record complex journal entries in line with U.S. GAAP and SEC.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Ensure SOX compliance, maintain internal controls documentation, and support testing.
• Collaborate with auditors to prepare audit workpapers and support.
• Analyze results and provide variance explanations for management reporting.
• Identify improvements to internal controls and accounting processes.
• Support month-, quarter-, and year-end close procedures.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

SOX compliance

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Job description

Culligan International Company is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and the month-end close. The role supports financial reporting, variance analysis, and audits.

You will ensure U.S. GAAP compliance, assist with SOX controls, and work with internal and external auditors. A CPA is preferred and a Bachelor's in Accounting is required; 4–7 years of experience is expected.