Senior Accountant - Mariani Enterprises, LLC

Grow Your Career with Our Team! Mariani Landscape has an opening for a full-time Senior Accountant to support both Mariani Landscape, located in Lake Bluff, IL, and Woodlawns in Mundelein, IL

Position Summary: The Senior Accountant is accountable for the comprehensive oversight of monthly accounting and financial statement preparation for Woodlawns and Mariani Landscape. In addition to executing daily, weekly, and monthly financial reporting, the Senior Accountant will spearhead strategic initiatives aimed at refining accounting processes and fortifying financial systems. This role focuses on accelerating the accounting close process, fortifying financial controls, and orchestrating process enhancements to streamline operations effectively.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of the monthly accounting close for Woodlawns and Mariani Landscape to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting at month-end.
• Conduct complex balance sheet account reconciliations, including Cash, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Inventory, and other designated accounts under the direction of the Assistant Controller.
• Pioneering process enhancements to transition from manual to automated processes, leveraging NetSuite ERP and other cutting-edge tools.
• Elevate monthly financial reporting standards by incorporating comprehensive Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) encompassing revenue by customer segment, working capital metrics (e.g., DSO, DPO, DIOH), customer orders, backlog statistics, labor metrics, and more.
• Implement robust internal controls for Woodlawns and Mariani Landscape, including Balance Sheet account reconciliations and expenditure approval documentation.
• Collaborate closely with the Assistant Controller and accounting team members in managing fixed assets effectively.
• Assume a pivotal role during the annual year-end audit by providing requisite data to auditors and addressing audit inquiries expediently.
• Undertake various tasks and special projects as delegated by the Assistant Controller.

Position Qualifications: Experience:

• Possess 4+ years of progressive experience in accounting roles, demonstrating proficiency in end-to-end accounting oversight.
• Proven track record in identifying and executing process enhancements within accounting functions and administrative operations.
• Prior exposure to entrepreneurial, high-growth environments preferred.

Education:

• Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation is advantageous but not mandatory.

Competencies:

• Exhibit advanced analytical aptitude and problem-solving prowess.
• Demonstrate mastery in Excel at an Advanced level.
• Familiarity with Oracle NetSuite is highly desirable.
• Proficient in ASC 606 revenue recognition and ASC 842 lease accounting standards.
• Exceptional ability to distill complex financial information and communicate effectively.
• Self-initiated and adept at thriving in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
• Exemplify strong organizational acumen and adeptness in managing competing priorities.
• Possess a decisive yet collaborative demeanor in interpersonal interactions.
• Exhibit an optimistic, team-oriented outlook, with a commitment to quality and timeliness.
• Excel in entrepreneurial environments, adept at navigating ambiguity with resolve.

General Requirements:

• Satisfactory completion of thorough background verification and drug screening.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Benefits for Full-Time Associates:

• 401(k) plan with company match.
• This role is Hybrid
• PPO & HMO health insurance options.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off, including year-end holiday shut-down.
• Tuition Reimbursement (after six months of service).

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