Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Corporate Accountant to support financial close, reporting, revenue accounting (asc
606) and compliance activities across multiple entities. This role will play a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and driving process improvements across systems and teams.

This role is hybrid - 3 days onsite in Downtown Chicago and 2 days remote.

• Lead assigned areas of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process across multiple entities
• Revenue recognition and revenue accounting (asc
  606)
• Prepare and review complex journal entries, including revenue recognition, intercompany, inventory, accruals, leases, and manufacturing-related accounting
• Perform and review account reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation
• Drive timely resolution of reconciling items and unusual variances
  
  Support and review financial reporting submissions within consolidation systems (e.g., One Stream)
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies

• Own and execute key SOX controls, including documentation and evidence retention
• Partner with internal and external auditors to support audit requests and walkthroughs
• Identify control gaps and support remediation efforts
• Maintain and enhance process documentation and standard operating procedures

• Work across ERP environments (e.g., SAP and other financial systems) to ensure accurate data flow and reporting integrity
• Support system transitions and automation initiatives
• Assist in mapping, alignment, and reconciliation across reporting platforms
• Partner with IT and Finance teams to resolve structural or reporting inconsistencies

• Partner with Finance and operational teams to ensure accurate financial representation
• Support balance sheet reviews with business stakeholders
• Investigate and resolve accounting issues with cross-functional teams
• Provide technical accounting guidance to junior staff and business partners

• Identify inefficiencies in close and reporting processes and implement automation or standardization improvements
• Lead initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy, timeliness, and transparency
• Support special projects and ad hoc initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred

• Minimum of 3 years (or close to) of progressive accounting experience

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JDE, or similar platforms)
• Experience supporting Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and familiarity with the COSO framework
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency with reporting tools and Power Point
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
  
  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 – $110,000 annually
, depending on experience, qualifications, and location

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending account options; and company-provided life and disability insurance.

Employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k)-retirement plan with company matching contributions.

Paid time off includes vacation, sick time, and company holidays, along with additional leave programs such as parental leave and bereavement leave.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.