Senior Accountant

Our client is a fast-growing, innovative company located in downtown Chicago looking to add a Senior Accountant to their expanding finance team. This role will play a critical part in supporting the monthly close process and a variety of accounting functions while partnering cross-functionally with leadership in a collaborative, high-energy environment.

This opportunity is ideal for someone coming out of public accounting who is looking to make a move into industry with a company that offers strong mentorship, career growth, and exposure to a dynamic business. The team has an engaging, social culture with regular events, excellent leadership, and a flexible hybrid schedule!

• Support month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis related to compensation and employee benefit programs
• Analyze account activity, variances, and trends to support financial reporting and business decisions
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, FP&A, and Accounting teams on company-wide initiatives
• Assist with U.S. GAAP compliance, internal controls, and process improvement initiatives
• Support special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA or CPA-track preferred
• 2+ years of public accounting and/or corporate accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting concepts
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Pay Transparency Statement:
The compensation philosophy reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program.