Accountant II

Würth IT USA • Lake Forest, IL

24d

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to take end to end responsibility for all financial aspects of the monthly closing process for our U.S. IT company. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who brings both strong IFRS expertise and a solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and state specific tax requirements. The possibility of further development and taking on additional responsibility for tasks in other countries.
You will work independently, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, maintain accounting integrity across all processes, and collaborate closely with local and international Finance teams within the Würth IT Group.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or similar field (master’s preferred)
• 5+ years of professional experience in Accounting or Finance
• Advanced knowledge of IFRS as well as solid understanding of local U.S. GAAP & state tax requirements and if possible Canadian GAAP (ASPE)
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, fixed assets, and month-end close
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP S/4 HANA) and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication skills in English

Nice To Haves

• Experience in international companies or in shared-service environments
• Familiarity with multi-state tax regulations
• Experience in preparing documentation for audits and compliance reviews

Responsibilities

• Execute the complete monthly closing process, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, reviewing and posting accounting transactions, and preparing monthly financial statements and variance analysis
• Manage general ledger, fixed asset accounting, and cash management
• Ensure compliance with IFRS reporting standards and local U.S. regulatory requirements
• Oversee state-specific tax topics, including sales/use tax, payroll-related taxes, and reporting obligations
• Maintain accurate balance sheet schedules and ensure documentation is audit-ready
• Partner with internal stakeholders (local Management, Controlling, HQ Finance) to support reporting and analysis
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and strengthen internal controls
• Support annual external audits and contribute to ad hoc financial projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior