Senior Staff Accountant

Abercrombie & Kent • Downers Grove, IL

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial reporting process, while supporting local and global accounting initiatives. This role will support core accounting operations in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and play a key part in ensuring strong internal controls and continuous process improvement across domestic and international operations.

Requirements

• Good knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; advanced MS Excel skills required
• Previous experience working with accounting software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines and deliver on expectations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, with a mix of public accounting and industry preferred

Nice To Haves

• CPA preferred

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger responsibilities, close processes, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Prepare journal entries and monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Support the monthly close process and monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies
• Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation for external auditors
• Support tax-related reporting by coordinating with internal and external partners
• Analyze monthly financial results, providing insight regarding key drivers of variances
• Partner cross-functionally on accounting-related initiatives and special projects
• Perform ad hoc analysis and special projects as needed following requirements from local and global accounting leadership
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, and enhance reporting efficiency

Benefits

• Group life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Travel discounts through use of an IATAN Travel Professional card
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent FSAs
• 401(k) plan with generous company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior