Senior Accountant

Syscon Inc
Chicago, IL

Are you ready to bring your accounting expertise to a hands-on role in a growing technology consulting company?

Join Syscon, Inc. as our remote Senior Accountant in a hands-on, execution-focused role where you'll own core accounting activities, month-end close, and financial accuracy.

Founded in 1986, Syscon provides technology solutions and IT support services. We foster a culture where our employees, clients, and company grow and succeed together.

As a successful member of our team, YOU:
  • Treat clients and colleagues with respect and compassion
  • Embrace a team-first mentality - no egos, no drama
  • Take initiative and ownership of your responsibilities
  • Ask questions, seek solutions, and take pride in your work
  • Value growth and use feedback to improve
  • Contribute fully, whether the task is big or small
You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:
  • 5–8+ years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience
  • BA/BS in Accounting or Finance
  • Strong experience with:
    • Accrual accounting
    • Job costing
    • Posting period management
    • Month-end and year-end close
  • Solid understanding of:
    • Income statements and balance sheets
    • Departmental reporting and cost allocation
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Power BI a plus, not required)
  • Comfort working independently and owning your work
Required Systems Experience
  • Hands-on experience with Sage 100 Contractor or Acumatica (1+ year required)
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform daily and monthly accounting activities
  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Complete account and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Manage and execute month-end close
  • Maintain accurate job costing and cost allocations
  • Prepare monthly financial statements
  • Support budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations
  • Support audits and documentation requests
  • Maintain clean, accurate, and timely financial records
Bonus Experience
  • Construction or contractor accounting
  • Cost accounting experience (2+ years)
  • CFMA membership

Location Preference

  • This is a remote position. Candidates located outside the Phoenix, Arizona area are fully eligible and encouraged to apply.
  • Candidates within 60 miles of Phoenix may be asked to participate in occasional in-office planning or collaboration sessions, while day-to-day work remains remote.
​​​​ Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan - Simple IRA
  • Generous unlimited PTO based on tenure

Ready to Apply? Submit your application today.

* Please, no phone calls regarding this position.

Syscon, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Posted 2026-02-28

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