Senior Accountant: Lead Month-End & Global Reporting

DHR Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm in Chicago seeks a highly skilled Senior Accountant to support their growing accounting function. Responsibilities include leading month-end close activities, ensuring compliance, and contributing to financial reporting. Candidates should have 3-4 years of accounting experience, strong technical skills, and familiarity with ERP systems, notably Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI. The firm values integrity, problem-solving capabilities, and a collaborative working style, making this an excellent opportunity for detail-oriented professionals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with a solid foundation in compliance and reporting.
• Experience supporting both accounting and finance activities preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP systems required; experience with Microsoft Dynamics strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead month end close procedures and financial reporting.
• Assist with registration and renewal of new accounts and locations.
• Apply revenue recognition policies and support accounting standards compliance.
• Utilize Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI for financial reporting and analysis.
• Support accounting processes related to multi entity or international operations as needed.
• Partner with finance and operational stakeholders for accuracy in reporting.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Power BI

Job description

A leading executive search firm in Chicago seeks a highly skilled Senior Accountant to support their growing accounting function. Responsibilities include leading month-end close activities, ensuring compliance, and contributing to financial reporting. Candidates should have 3-4 years of accounting experience, strong technical skills, and familiarity with ERP systems, notably Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI. The firm values integrity, problem-solving capabilities, and a collaborative working style, making this an excellent opportunity for detail-oriented professionals.