Senior Accountant

Batory Foods•Rosemont, IL

1d•$80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing general accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. This role partners closely with finance leadership, auditors, and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Dynamics 365, Great Plaines).
Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in manufacturing or distribution a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements for multiple entities; domestic and international.
Proficient in working with multi‑currency transactions, including USD, MXN, and CAD, with accurate conversion and reconciliation capabilities.
Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
Maintain accuracy of the general ledger.
Lead month-end and year-end close, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances.
Support external audits, including preparation of schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
Review and analyze P&L results, identifying trends and anomalies.
Support accounting for fixed assets, inventory, revenue, and expenses.
Collaborate with AP, AR, Payroll, and Operations to resolve accounting issues.
Participate in process improvement initiatives and system enhancements.