Sr. Accountant

Our partner seeks a Sr. Accountant in Oak Brook, IL. The position involves significant autonomy in performing corporate closing processes and tasks, company-wide consolidation, and ensuring accuracy in balances. The role also includes analysis of cash flow and consolidated results, creation of journal entries, and collaboration with various departments.

Responsibilities:

• Independently perform corporate closing processes and tasks with a focus on accuracy and reconciliation.
• Execute company-wide consolidation, reconcile balances, and manage intercompany transactions.
• Analyze cash flow and consolidated results, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Create and enter journal entries accurately and in a timely manner.
• Lead bonus processes in partnership with Finance and HR for accurate accruals and reporting.
• Administer global ASC 842 Lease workflow and journal entries.
• Lead subsidiary accounting teams in compliance with reconciliation guidelines.
• Participate in monthly trial balance reviews and prepare reconciliations.
• Maintain and update accounts and internal orders in SAP.
• Prepare annual reporting packages and support financial statement audits.
• Provide SAP support and participate in testing new functionality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Effective communication skills with both finance and non-finance personnel.
• Understanding of US GAAP.
• Knowledge of large-scale ERP platforms.
• Proficiency in creating presentations and communications.
• Ability to execute tactical plans and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented and organized with strong multitasking skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• CPA (Licensed or Registered).
• Experience in Public Accounting.
• Familiarity with SAP ECC or other large-scale ERP platforms.
• Experience with Business Planning & Consolidation (BPC).
• Understanding of SOX compliance.