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We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in Morris, Illinois on a Contract basis. This position supports core accounting operations, financial reporting, payroll activities, and compliance requirements in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage month-end processes accurately while working across multiple financial functions.
Job Responsibility:
Manage daily and monthly accounting activities while maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP
Review invoices for proper coding, timing, and approval before payment processing, and record necessary journal entries in QuickBooks
Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, general ledger accounts, and debt schedules to ensure complete and accurate reporting
Oversee month-end close activities, analyze financial statement variances, and help maintain the integrity of post-close reporting
Track fixed asset activity, including additions, disposals, and depreciation, and maintain supporting analyses each month
Support external audit and regulatory reporting by preparing documentation and assisting with quarterly and annual public company filings
Process payroll, maintain paid time off records, address timekeeping discrepancies, and record payroll-related accounting entries
Coordinate selected banking activities such as remote deposits, payment processing, Positive Pay monitoring, and lender-related reporting as needed
Requirements:
3+ years of experience in a senior accounting or closely related accounting role
Strong hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations
Proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop and advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Background in accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting support, and bookkeeping functions
Experience preparing or supporting tax and compliance documentation, including 1099 and 1096 processing
Ability to manage payroll for a workforce of 40 or more employees and maintain accurate payroll records
Familiarity with bank reconciliations and the ability to communicate effectively with vendors, customers, auditors, and internal stakeholders