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Robert Half Senior Accountant in Chicago, Illinois

Description

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Senior Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.

1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees

2) They have higher bonus structures

3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.

4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)

5) And more…

This position reports to the Controller and is part of the accounting team, under the overall Finance & Accounting department. The Senior Accountant will support the preparation of GAAP financial statements. This position will mentor two junior accountants and play an integral role in supporting the operations of the business, facilitating the timely completion and analysis of financial results and accounting transactions, and understanding of internal and external requirements to ensure accurate reporting. This is a collaborative role that will work cross-functionally with various departments while continuing to uphold our company purpose, values, and business strategy.

Role Responsibilities

  • Maintain excel models and various workpapers to ensure accuracy and maintain integrity

  • Participate in the monthly financial close and reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts

  • Prepare analytical schedules, analyze variances, and provide support for internal requests

  • Assist in preparation of bothdcynvh internal and external audits

  • Participate in the implementation of new accounting standards applicable to the company. These activities may include analysis and interpretation of new standards, documentation of applicability and accounting impact to consolidated financial statements as well as drafting any required disclosures

  • Work with departments throughout the company

  • Communicate clearly by listening to others and the team, sharing information concisely with purpose, and being open to opinions

  • Train and supervise accounting staff

  • Support the annual tax reporting process. These activities may include preparing various supporting schedules

  • Participate in the implementation and ongoing maintenance of a new ERP system including reconciliation of accounts between systems

  • Use in-depth knowledge and experience to perform a variety of complex operating and cost accounting activities, incorporating accounting theories and principles

    Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

  • 3+ years of experience in Corporate or Public Accounting

  • Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and experience with general ledger, financial close process, and account reconciliations

  • Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills

  • Ability to manage competing priorities simultaneously in a deadline driven environment

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; Proficient in Microsoft Excel formulas and functionality

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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