Sr Accounting Admin

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

FSA/HSA programs

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

The Sr. Accountant Admin at Chicago Bridge & Iron Company will join the Accounting/Finance team, handling daily transactions, account analysis, forecasting, and reporting.

You will plan, prioritize, and manage workload in a fast-paced environment with SOX compliance and cross‑functional interactions with Project Controls, Project Managers, and Supply Chain. Candidates should have 1–3 years of accounting experience, knowledge of A/R, A/P, journal entries, and month‑end close reporting.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of A/R, A/P, general accounting practices, and month-end close reporting.
• Experience with JD Edwards, Hyperion, and Essbase is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day AR, cash applications, and daily cash management.
• Verify and investigate AR discrepancies.
• Prepare and post Journal Entries.
• Support month-end close and financial reporting.
• Prepare weekly cash forecast reports.
• Assist with audits and financial analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team player

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Tools

JD Edwards

Hyperion

Essbase

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Overview

The Sr. Accountant Admin will be a key member of the Accounting/Finance team, assisting with daily deliverables, account analysis, forecasting, and reporting. This team member will plan, prioritize, and manage workload in an environment with competing priorities. With CB&I face-paced growth, the ability to understand and grasp the needs of the company will be important to this team member's success. The Sr. Accountant Admin reports to the Sr. Accounting Manager and routinely interacts with Accounting/Finance.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day financial transactions related to accounts receivable, cash applications, and daily cash management in compliance with company financial policies and procedures.
• Verify and investigate discrepancies in accounts receivable by understanding billing and retention policies, credit memos, short payments, and miscellaneous payment applications.
• Prepare and post Journal Entries.
• Support month-end close process and financial reporting deliverables.
• Prepare weekly cash forecast reports.
• Preparation and analysis of balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with Audit request.
• Support Sr. Accounting Manager in completion of various financial analysis and forecasting.
• Backup to Accounting team for Month End Deliverables, Payroll, Job Cost, etc.
• Provide support to functional groups including Project Controls, Project Managers, Supply Chain, and others.
• Ensure compliance with SOX, GAAP and company Policies.
• Performs additional duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business with 1-3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures, including but not limited to A/R, A/P, General Accounting practices, Payroll, and Month End close reporting process.
• Experience with JD Edward, Hyperion, and Essbase is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office software is desired.
• Ability to meet work requirements within established timelines.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Self-motivated.

Skills and Behaviors

• Business presence and polish
• Knowledge of CB&I products and markets
• Proactively identifies and solves the complex problems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Mentally agile and ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlines
• Proven negotiating ability with high emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated business partnering skills with the ability to influence the organization
• Adaptability and agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environments
• A mature business and technical acumen coupled with a drive to achieve results
• Exceptional communication and presentation skill, both written and verbal
• Ability to work and build credibility across the business, up to and including senior management level
• Proactively embraces and promotes the company's values and culture, including diversity & inclusion and a healthy and safe work environment

Benefits:

CB&I is proud to offer eligible employees a robust package of benefits, including major medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-matching program, FSA/HSA programs, long- and short-term disability options, life insurance, and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

In accordance with applicable local and state laws or regulations, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. Please discuss any compensation-related questions with your recruiter during the interview process.