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David Careers

Senior Accountant

Posted 5 days ago

stevendouglasDes Plaines (IL)
Accountants and AuditorsOther Accounting Services

SENIORITY

Senior

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About the role

Steven Douglas has been retained on a search for a Senior Staff Accountant. Our client, established in 1962, is a profitable international $50M privately-held company specializing in professional services education. Based in Chicago (near Rosemont, at Kennedy & Cumberland), the Senior Accountant will work on a high performing team and report to the Director of Accounting. This individual will serve as a valuable business partner, collaborating and communicating with all levels of the organization. Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Month-End Close & Reconciliations
Actively participate in the month-end close cycle, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks. Prepare account reconciliations, including complex balance sheet accounts, with a high degree of accuracy.
Tax & Compliance: Manage annual 1099 filing process, including vendor data collection, threshold review, and timely submission. Administer and maintain sales tax compliance using Avalara.
ERP & Systems: Operate effectively within NetSuite for day-to-day accounting tasks, journal entries, and reporting. Leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) and technology to improve personal productivity and output quality.
Documentation & Process:
  • Maintain organized documentation throughout the year to facilitate a smooth audit process.
  • Document accounting procedures and create clear, thorough SOPs for assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and collaborate with the team to implement changes.
  • Cross-Functional Support
  • Assists with the annual budget process. xhqgsiq Serves as the back-up for accounts payable and accounts receivable when necessaryREQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance 3+ years of experience related to the monthly close and reconciliation processes
  • Knowledge of GAAP standards and ability to apply them in practice
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
  • Proven ability to manage and motivate a team, focusing on continuous improvement and developmentHIGHLY PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:CPA certification
  • Experience with NetSuite software
  • Experience working with international subsidiary entitiesHYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT2-3 days working in the office located near O'HareLocal candidates only.

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