Accounting Company Looking for Senior Accountant at Mount Prospect, IL Full Time

Job title: SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Job type: Full time, employee

Years of Experience: 7-10

In order to strengthen our Finance Team in our Mount Prospect office, we are seeking a Senior Accountant to grow with the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

– Prepare financial statements and related analysis for internal and external use, and assure that reporting is in line with GAAP and IFRS reporting guidelines.

– Oversee general ledger accounting in our ERP System (Microsoft Dynamics Navision), ensuring all entries have appropriate and adequate supporting documentation.

– Research accounting rules and regulations, makes recommendations and apply to company policies.

– Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.

– Assist in preparing budgets and other reports

– Prepare general ledger account reconciliations, maintain client and vendor database and files, reconcile credit cards and other accounts, prepare fixed asset reports, etc.

– Perform and assist on monthly and quarterly closing functions including;

o ensuring companies are closed in a timely manner,

o recording appropriate asset amortizations,

o recording appropriate accruals,

o maintaining intercompany balances,

o intercompany elimination entries,

– Analyze and reconcile affiliated company related costs

– Assist with interim and year-end audits, and annual tax return preparation

– Prepare and file Monthly/Annual Sales Tax returns

In addition to above duties, this position will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

– Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related area and 7-10 years of Accounting experience; CPA Preferred

– Working knowledge of ERP systems (experience with Dynamics NAVISION advantageous)

– Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of IFRS and GAAP

– Excellent computer skills (Excel/Word/Power Point)

– Strong written and verbal communication skills

– Ability to establish and meet deadlines

– Experience managing other accounting staff is preferred

– Team player with good analytical skills and problem solving ability

– Strong organization skills, attention to detail and ability to multi task are critical to success

Compensation package commensurate with experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Candidates are subject to pre-employment drug screens and background checks. Employees must meet all requirements of applicable regulatory agencies.

Please include your compensation expectations with your resume.