Senior Accountant: Project Accounting & GAAP Expert (Onsite)

Covert Recruiting; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruiting agency is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee general accounting operations and ensure compliance with GAAP. This full-time position requires strong analytical skills, project-based accounting experience, and proficiency in Excel. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with CPA or CMA certification. This is a mid-senior level role based in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of experience in accounting roles.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual accounting.
• High proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables.
• Experience with ERP systems and month/year-end close.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting operations and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Perform account reconciliations and month-end closes.
• Support operations with financial analysis for decision-making.
• Collaborate with finance leadership on improving procedures.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Project accounting

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

A reputable recruiting agency is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee general accounting operations and ensure compliance with GAAP. This full-time position requires strong analytical skills, project-based accounting experience, and proficiency in Excel. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with CPA or CMA certification. This is a mid-senior level role based in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois.