Sr. Accountant – Job # 3836-147089

Symicor Group; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

The Symicor Group seeks a Sr. Accountant based in Deerfield, IL to support all accounting and financial reporting functions.

You will prepare journal entries, assist with month-end close, and ensure accuracy of regulatory reports and financial statements. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, you will maintain strong internal controls and collaborate with auditors, tax advisors, and business partners to ensure compliance and timeliness of reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including banking context.
• Experience with GAAP and regulatory reporting, including call reports.
• Proven ability to communicate across all levels of the bank.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries in line with GAAP and bank policy.
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes within deadlines.
• Reconcile bank GL accounts (Fiserv) and holding company GL (QuickBooks).
• Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and collaborate with teams.
• Manage accounts payable and employee expense reimbursements.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management and Board.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors; maintain internal controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

General ledger systems

Regulatory reporting

Communication across levels

Advanced Excel & data analysis

Strategic & execution capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Fiserv

QuickBooks

Job description

Sr. Accountant – To $107K – Deerfield, IL – Job # 3836-147089

Who We Are

The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around providing the very best available banking and accounting talent. In fact, most of our recruiters are former bankers or accountants themselves!

We know how to evaluate the very best banking and accounting talent available in the market. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a bank or company president trying to fill an essential position, The Symicor Group stands ready to deliver premium results for you.

The Position

Our client is seeking to fill a Sr. Accountant role to be based in the Deerfield, IL market. The selected candidate will be responsible for assisting with all accounting and financial reporting functions, including preparation of call reports and other holding company filings. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, you will play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the bank’s financial records and support timely, accurate internal and external financial reporting.

The position includes a generous salary of up to $107K plus bonus and an excellent benefits package. (This is not a remote position)

Sr. Accountant responsibilities include:

• Prepare and record journal entries in accordance with GAAP and bank accounting policies.
• Assist the Controller with processing certain functions of the month-end and quarter-end close process within the established deadlines.
• Reconcile all bank general ledger accounts (Fiserv System) and holding company general ledger accounts (QuickBooks), ensuring all balances are fully supported.
• Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies through research and collaboration with business partners, including the deposit and lending operations teams.
• Manage accounts payable and employee expense reimbursement functions.
• Preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management and the Board of Directors. Ensure all financial data is accurate and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Periodic filing of all Regulatory reports, including the Quarterly Call Report and all holding company reports.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external and internal audits.
• Coordinate and support the Controller in working with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Maintain established internal controls to safeguard assets.

Who Are You?

You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for an opportunity where you can pursue your interests and your passion. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but merely the starting point for your future.

You also bring the following skills and experience:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with several years in an accounting role at a small to medium-sized community bank.
• Experience with general ledger and financial reporting systems.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and regulatory reporting, including call reports.
• Solid business judgment and ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the bank.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Strong analytical skills capable of identifying and solving problems.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Hands-on individual contributor who excels at both strategy and execution.
• Knowledge of core Banking systems (Fiserv, Call Reporting, QuickBooks) and other financial software systems is ideal.