Tax Accountant

CPS Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

CPS Inc. is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join its accounting team in a hybrid Chicago-area role.

This hands-on position oversees day-to-day accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting, working closely with leadership to maintain accurate records. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong general ledger knowledge, CPA certification preferred, and NetSuite experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong general ledger and financial reporting skills.
• Experience with month-end close and internal controls.
• Hybrid work environment and collaboration with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, cash activity, and account reconciliations.
• Lead and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and other general ledger activity.
• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Oversee accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, collections, cash application, and aging analysis.
• Oversee accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, payment activity, and vendor reconciliations.
• Assist with preparation and review of monthly financial statements and management reporting.
• Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances and unusual activity.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and accounting records.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and other financial analyses as needed.
• Support annual audits, tax filings, and other external reporting requirements.
• Help maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and reporting.
• Work closely with internal teams and management to resolve accounting issues and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed.

Skills

Accounting

General ledger

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Internal controls

Communication skills

Education

CPA certification

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Location: Hybrid

Compensation: $100,000-$125,000 base salary, with flexibility based on experience; bonus opportunity available

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our accounting team. This is an accounting-focused role with significant responsibility for the day-to-day accounting function, month-end close, accounts receivable, accounts payable, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of progressive accounting experience and a strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting. Experience within financial services, fintech, broker-dealers, or a related industry is highly preferred. CPA certification and experience with NetSuite are also preferred. This is a hybrid position offering the opportunity to work closely with leadership and play an important role in maintaining accurate and timely financial information.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, cash activity, and account reconciliations
• Lead and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and other general ledger activity
• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Oversee accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, collections, cash application, and aging analysis
• Oversee accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, payment activity, and vendor reconciliations
• Assist with preparation and review of monthly financial statements and management reporting
• Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances and unusual activity
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and accounting records
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and other financial analyses as needed
• Support annual audits, tax filings, and other external reporting requirements
• Help maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and reporting
• Work closely with internal teams and management to resolve accounting issues and ensure timely financial reporting
• Assist with special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed

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