Senior Accountant: Reporting & Close (Hybrid)

Barry Callebaut Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid environment

Job summary

Barry Callebaut Group in Chicago is seeking a diligent accounting professional to manage day-to-day accounting, month-end close, inventory accounting and financial statement preparation.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in accounting, strong Excel skills, and experience with SAP in a manufacturing setting; CPA is a plus. This hybrid role offers collaboration across FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and Operations while supporting a growing multinational business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Accounting or similar.
• 3–5 years of accounting, financial reporting and month-end close; public accounting background a plus.
• SAP experience is a plus; if not, significant ability to pick up on systems quickly.
• CPA Certification is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing organization in Finance or Accounting roles for multinational companies, preferably B2B/food industry.

Responsibilities

• Execute and review day-to-day accounting and month-end closing activities related to inventory, leases, rebates and other postings; handle accruals and intercompany transactions.
• Prepare and assist with inventory management, including costing, capitalizations and ad hoc SKU management.
• Prepare and submit financial statements and ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
• Collaborate with FP&A, corporate business partners, Treasury, Tax, AP, plant controllers, HR and other departments to reflect economic reality.
• Take initiative to identify, plan, and implement projects to improve quality and efficiency.
• Liaise with external and internal auditors during year-end audits; provide audit schedules and customer service at a high level.
• Lead on ad hoc projects as necessary

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel skills

SAP experience

CPA Certification

Education

Bachelor or Master in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

Barry Callebaut Group in Chicago is seeking a diligent accounting professional to manage day-to-day accounting, month-end close, inventory accounting and financial statement preparation.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in accounting, strong Excel skills, and experience with SAP in a manufacturing setting; CPA is a plus. This hybrid role offers collaboration across FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and Operations while supporting a growing multinational business.