Senior Accountant-Fortune 100 Manufacturer - Buckingham Search

One of our clients is a Fortune 100 “Fastest Growing” international manufacturer with HQ in downtown Chicago is looking to hire a Senior Accountant! The people and leadership are truly wonderful and just one of the many reasons we love this team/company.

This company is known for creating innovative products, never shying away from an acquisition, and enhancing the lives of their own employees through a combination of great benefits and lofty career paths.

Responsibilities:

• Support month, quarter, and year end reporting activities for timely and accurate reporting
  
• Prepare & review journal entries and account reconciliations
• Actively participate in monthly balance sheet reviews working with the business and SSC

• Investigate and resolve accounting issues
• Support OneStream reporting to ensure it is performed timely and accurately
• Ensure integrity and reliability of all financial transactions and that they are in accordance with US GAAP.
• Support internal and external audit requests, and participate in efforts to remediate audit and control findings.
• Document standard operating procedures and instructions surrounding accounting procedures.
• Share best practices in accounting practices with others in the Accounting CoE and support the Accounting Manager to implement them within the team.

Process Improvement & Special Projects

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead the team in implementing best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness across the close and reporting processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operations.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Accounting Manager.

• 3+ years of experience
• Public Accounting Experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SL9).

• Strong experience ensuring SOX compliance required.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Things to get excited about:

• The company has grown from $950m to $1.9B+
• Flexible schedule, remote or 2 days in office
• This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
• Lots of changes in the company, every day is different, fast track for your career.