Senior Accountant (full-time, $85,000-$95,000/year)
About The Position
The Schaumburg Park District is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join the Park District finance team. This position will assist the Superintendent of Finance in overseeing all accounting operations, lead the District’s core accounting functions, and partner with departments across the District to improve financial processes and advance data-driven decision-making. The role offers opportunities for advancement for individuals who demonstrate initiative and strong performance. The position is located at Schaumburg Park District’s Jerry Handlon Administration Building (235 E. Beech Drive, Schaumburg, IL).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of satisfactory proven accounting experience.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively.
- Knowledge of governmental fund accounting is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of automated financial, payroll and budgeting management systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP
- CPA certification
Responsibilities
- Lead the District’s monthly and annual financial close process, including preparation of journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, reports, and supporting schedules and analyses.
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Analyze variances and trends; partner with budget owners to investigate and communicate insights to management.
- Prepare year-end accruals and adjust journal entries.
- Play key leadership role in the annual audit process, including preparation and maintenance of audit schedules.
- Prepare audit-ready grant entries and supporting schedules.
- Lead the preparation and filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual federal, state, and local tax reports, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
- Complete monthly bank account reconciliations.
- Maintain the fixed asset system, including capital asset tracking, depreciation, and related journal entries.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining general ledger accounts and ensuring data integrity within the accounting system.
- Assist with the annual budget process and ongoing financial forecasting.
- Partner with departments across the District to improve financial processes and operational efficiency.
- Support data-driven decision-making by enhancing financial reporting and analytics capabilities.
- Support the implementation, testing, maintenance, and training of financial, payroll, and registration systems.
- Maintain working knowledge of automated financial and budgeting systems and emerging technologies.
- Collaborate closely with accounting support team to support efficient daily operations.
- Oversees annual records management activities, including document retention and shredding.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Benefits
- Free and/or discounted Park District classes, programs, events, and memberships for you and your family!
- Medical Insurance
- Zero Card
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- FSA Healthcare
- FSA Dependent Care
- Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- AFLAC Indemnity Plans
- IMRF Pension (Retirement, Disability, Life)
- 457 Retirement Plan (Nationwide)
- Paid Vacation, Personal Days, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time
- Employee Wellness Programs and Incentives
- Employee Recognition Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
