Financial Analyst

RTC•Rolling Meadows, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role supports the accounting function by managing defined areas of the close and financial reporting process. The position is also designed to strengthen bench depth within the accounting team by enabling effective delegation and improving the efficiency and consistency of core accounting activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required, major in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting and finance roles.
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
Strong and effective communication skills required, both written and oral.
Analytical and detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and able to work autonomously.
ERP system experience with an integrated general ledger required
Knowledge of MS Office applications, intermediate Excel skills a requirement
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Good time management and organizational skills required with the ability to work independently, multitask, and prioritize.
Must be 18 years or older

Nice To Haves

experience with Infor LN a plus.
advanced Excel skills a plus.

Responsibilities

Support and take ownership of assigned components of the month-end close by analyzing data, supporting financial reporting, and posting journal entries.
Prepare, reconcile, and analyze balance sheet and P&L accounts, including accruals for liabilities, reserves, and customer rebate accounting.
Participate in monthly close meetings with the Accounting and Finance team.
Manage US fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, and depreciation reporting for monthly and annual financial reporting.
Prepare depreciation expense journal entries and budgets.
Support capital expenditure budgeting and forecasting in coordination with Plant and IT leads.
Maintain accurate fixed asset records and supporting documentation.
Support audit procedures, including interim and year-end fieldwork.
Serve as a primary contact for assigned areas, including fixed assets and related general ledger accounts.
Ensure documentation is complete, organized, and “ready-for-audit”.
Perform ad-hoc project reporting
Assist in maintaining accurate and well-documented accounting processes.

Benefits

Hybrid work-from-home program offered
Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (choose from two PPO plans and one HMO plan based on your deductible comfort level)
Dental Insurance with two plan options (both PPO Plans)
Benefit Value Advisor and Member Rewards (through Blue Cross Blue Shield)
Flexible Spending for Health and/or Dependent Care
Commuter Transit benefit
401(K) Plan with company 6% match (we also offer a Roth option!)
Life Insurance (we cover 3 times your salary - you can purchase more)
Short-Term Disability Coverage (we'll cover this for you too - you can choose to purchase long-term disability)
16 PTO Days (full year)
9 Paid Holidays
Tuition Assistance
Fun Friday Hours - get a head start on your weekend by leaving at 2:30 every Friday (year-round!)
Volunteer Time Off (VTO) plus company sponsored volunteer events
PTO is encouraged not only for vacations but mental health breaks.
Work/Life resources such as Legal, Financial, and Counseling are available through our Employee Assistance Program.
Discounts to eligible fitness centers for associates enrolled with Blue Cross.
Preventative Care is covered at 100% (annual check-ups and screenings).
Lactation rooms are available for new mothers at the Rolling Meadows location.
Annual flu clinic at Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for our associates and any dependents covered on our health plan. insurance if the associate elects to go elsewhere.
We encourage your professional growth and development. We offer mentors with deep industry experience, and management who will assist you in defining and realizing your short and long-term career goals and a variety of opportunities for training and advancement.