Senior Accountant - Budgeting & Reporting

IL LLP•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant position reports to the Accounting Associate Manager and supports other department staff. This position requires someone who is a self-starter and demonstrates a high degree of competence and organizational skills with the ability to work independently to perform complex accounting activities and financial analyses.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
A minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or finance
Demonstrated technical and analytical skills within professional work history
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Nice To Haves

CPA or candidate for CPA certification

Responsibilities

Responsible for producing financial reports as well as analyzing data.
Ability to turn around ad hoc analyses quickly while maintaining integrity and accuracy of data.
Works independently and ensures all work is completed without follow-up from supervisor.
Develop and maintain Excel spreadsheets to prepare analyses and reports using advanced Excel functions.
Identify opportunities for improvement, provide information and recommendations to management and follow-through on solutions.
Assist with the management reporting, departmental reporting and associated schedules.
Review monthly exception reporting to ensure firm policies are being followed.
Assist in the firm-wide annual forecasting/budgeting process.
Perform monthly account review and variance analysis.
Review and analysis of general ledger transactions and accounts, using technical judgment to ensure financial transactions are properly recorded.
Assist with testing and receive final approval for system reports required for management, financial reporting and general ledger reconciliations.
Assist with mentoring staff including first round review of work, providing feedback and training.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and delegate appropriately to meet a variety of demands.
Flexibility to complete special projects.
Communicate effectively with other departments and outside parties.
Develop a strong understanding of Firm operations and the law firm industry.