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Senior Accountant

Job in Itasca, DuPage County, Illinois, 60143, USA
Listing for: Syntax Talent Solutions
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-25
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 85000 - 110000 USD Yearly USD 85000.00 110000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Step into a high-impact Senior Accountant role where your technical expertise and attention to detail will directly influence accurate financial reporting and informed decision-making. You'll join a collaborative, growth-focused environment where your ideas for process improvement are encouraged and your work is visible across the organisation.

About the Role:

As a Senior Accountant, you will own key components of the general ledger and close process, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial data. You will play a central role in month-end and year-end close, financial statement preparation, and variance analysis. Partnering closely with cross-functional teams, you will help drive process improvements, support audits, and contribute to scalable accounting practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and review complex journal entries, ensuring proper documentation and alignment with GAAP.
  • Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations, promptly resolving discrepancies and issues.
  • Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, reclasses, and account analyses.
  • Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Analyze account activity, investigate variances, and provide clear explanations to management.
  • Support internal and external audit requests, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and controls.
  • Assist with process improvements and accounting projects to enhance efficiency and scalability.
  • Partner with departments across the organisation to gather financial data, clarify transactions, and support operational initiatives.

Key Requirements:

  • 4+ years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate or multi‑entity environment.
  • Strong month-end close experience, including journal entry preparation and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Solid understanding of US GAAP and internal control concepts.
  • Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
  • Proven experience working with cross‑functional teams and supporting multiple stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify issues.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Experience using Net Suite or other cloud‑based ERP systems.
  • Multi‑location or multi‑entity accounting experience.
  • Background in retail, hospitality, entertainment, restaurant, service, or PE‑backed organisations.
  • Experience supporting process improvement initiatives and system enhancements.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA or progress toward CPA certification preferred.
  • Additional certifications in accounting or financial systems (e.g., Net Suite, Excel) are a plus.

If you're a hands‑on Senior Accountant who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys owning the details behind accurate financials, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, apply now to be considered.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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