Senior Accountant

Ubiquiti•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the monthly close process, maintaining the integrity of financial records, and assisting with external reporting and audit activities. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required).
5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
Advanced proficiency in Excel (including pivot tables, XLOOKUP, and large data analysis).
Strong analytical, prioritization, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in multinational and/or large public companies preferred.
Experience supporting SEC reporting (10-K, 10-Q) preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred.
NetSuite experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Prepare and post journal entries; maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.
Contribute to the preparation of SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q) and other regulatory reports - prepare schedules for footnotes and respond to audit queries
Assist in the coordination and execution of foreign statutory audits, including preparation of supporting documentation and resolution of auditor requests.
Conduct variance analysis to identify trends, explain fluctuations, and support management decision-making.
Perform account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews; identify and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial operations and reporting.
Support SOX compliance efforts, including documentation, control testing, and process improvements.
Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned (ad hoc projects).
Utilize advanced Excel skills to analyze large datasets and improve reporting efficiency.