Senior General Accountant

Basler Electric Company; Highland (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 103,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Basler Electric Company in Highland, IL is seeking a Senior General Accountant to provide high-level analytical support and lead various accounting projects. The role involves handling monthly financial close processes, budgeting, and supporting general accountants with their duties.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and at least 5 years of experience, alongside strong skills in Microsoft Office and knowledge of Oracle software. Additional benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounting.
• Strong analytical skills to support financial decision-making.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monthly and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and analyze business activity for financial forecasting.
• Lead projects and improve efficiency within the department.

Skills

Accounting principles application

Microsoft Office proficiency

Financial forecasting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Oracle software

Job description

Senior General Accountant

Description

This position is a senior member in the Accounting/Finance department who will provide a high level of analytical support and take on lead roles in projects. It also involves supporting general accountants and identifying potential areas of opportunity within the department to drive solutions. The role offers exposure to various accounting functions within the Company and involves daily, monthly, and annual processes such as monthly and annual closings, budgeting, physical inventory, payroll, tax, and cost accounting.

Essential Duties

• Responsible for certain monthly and annual financial close processes and reporting needs.
• Prepare and analyze business activity to support financial forecasting and planning.
• Prepare and maintain monthly financial analysis and account reconciliations.
• Participate in the budget process, including preparation of schedules and analysis.
• Ensure general ledger transactions are recorded and classified accurately and timely.
• Provide support for the year‑end audit process.
• Lead and take ownership of projects from start to finish.
• Support other areas of the department when technical or capacity issues arise.
• Track and maintain fixed assets.
• Perform certain inventory analysis and cost accounting responsibilities.
• Support international entities within areas of responsibility.
• Provide support to general accountants as needed.
• Identify areas of improvement and develop procedures to automate and improve efficiencies.
• Perform other duties and special projects as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related business degree.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience.
• Ability to apply broad accounting principles to a variety of corporate accounting activities.
• Strong skill set in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in Oracle software is a plus.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Benefits

Basler offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid leave for vacation, holiday, sick, jury duty, bereavement; and tuition reimbursement. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Compensation

Expected compensation range $90,000 – $103,500. Pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.

Contact

Basler Electric Company
Human Resources
12570 Route 143
Highland, IL 62249-1074
Tel: [phone] ext. 252
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]