Senior Accountant — Hybrid (3 days) & GAAP/IFRS Expert

Nonni's; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nonni's, based in Chicago, is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage complex accounting tasks, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support month-end/year-end closes. The role requires GAAP/IFRS knowledge and strong analytical skills in a fast-paced environment.

The Senior Accountant will drive process improvements, support strategic financial initiatives, and collaborate across departments to ensure accurate reporting and strong internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts; manage journals, accruals, postings and reversals.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and IFRS internal accounting policies.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Assist with audits (internal and external) by providing required documentation.
• Review and improve internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Ensure adherence to financial controls and procurement policies.
• Assist with audits as needed.
• Manage company travel and expense reports and reimbursements.
• Ensure proper governance to T&E policies.
• Process and code invoices, raise purchase orders, and reconcile expenses to projects.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Build partnerships with accounts receivable and accounts payable; backfill duties as needed.
• Support monthly closing meetings and accrual cost tracking with sub departments in Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain and Corporate cost centers.
• Support Operations Finance to manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Mentor or review junior accounting staff as needed.
• Support ERP implementations and system general ledger accounts.
• Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives.
• Maintain proficiency with accounting software and systems.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Nonni's, based in Chicago, is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage complex accounting tasks, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support month-end/year-end closes. The role requires GAAP/IFRS knowledge and strong analytical skills in a fast-paced environment.

The Senior Accountant will drive process improvements, support strategic financial initiatives, and collaborate across departments to ensure accurate reporting and strong internal controls.