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Fortune 500 - hybrid opportunity for growth - Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for our team in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. This staff accountant role will have monthly close the books responsibilities including journal entries, reconciliations, balance sheet/income statement fluctuations, key financial controls and financial statement reporting. This person will work with several departments across regulatory, legal, finance and operations
Job Responsibility:
Manage key activities within the monthly close cycle, making sure entries are completed accurately, deadlines are met, and financial results are thoroughly reviewed
Prepare and evaluate account reconciliations across assigned entities or functions, resolving discrepancies and supporting strong control practices
Develop recurring financial reports and reporting packages, including comparisons of current performance against prior periods and explanations of material variances
Partner with FP&A and business leaders to support budgeting activities, financial analysis, and planning efforts tied to operational goals
Collaborate with finance teams and cross-functional partners to address accounting matters and ensure consistent treatment of financial transactions
Support compliance with internal control standards and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements by maintaining documentation and identifying opportunities for improvement
Work with internal and external auditors by providing schedules, explanations, and other requested materials during audit activities
Contribute to special assignments and assist with the execution of accounting-related process or system changes when needed
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2-5 plus years either in mid to large public accounting or larger public company experience
MBA or CPA or CPA seeking
Demonstrated experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close activities
Strong knowledge of GAAP and familiarity with internal control and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements
Proven ability to prepare and review account reconciliations, analyze variances, and investigate reporting issues