Senior Accountant
STATUS: Full-time, Exempt Through artistic excellence coupled with innovative, relevant programming; initiatives to connect with and grow new audiences; engagement with communities to ignite creativity across Chicago; and a modernized Opera House that is the setting for truly great experiences, Lyric is leading the advancement of opera. This collaborative vision will deliver ever more exciting, thought-provoking, and inclusive audience and community experiences – while increasing the gravitational pull of our art form, our company, and our city. Under the direction of the Assistant Controller, the Senior Accountant is a key contributor to the financial operations of Lyric by performing complex accounting tasks with a high degree of integrity, reliability, and consistency. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the organization’s financial accounting and reporting activities.
- Prepare journal entries in the general ledger, ensuring transactions are appropriately recorded per company policies and in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts, investigating and resolving variances.
- Contribute to the financial statement interim and annual audits.
- Support continuous improvement through the increased utilization of technology and tools and other efficiency measures.
- Update and maintain documentation of accounting processes and procedures for assigned areas of responsibility.
- Interpret, apply, and explain U.S. GAAP, policies, and procedures to Lyric staff.
- Assist the Assistant Controller in other projects as needed.
- Contribute to the overall success of Lyric by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting required and 4+ years of advanced accounting experience required.
- CPA designation required.
- Audit experience and nonprofit experience preferred.
- Detailed knowledge of financial reporting, nonprofit accounting principles, FASB standards, and U.S. GAAP required.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel required (Vlookup, Sumifs, Nested Formulas, Pivot Tables).
- Proactive problem-solver capable of identifying issues and implementing solutions.
- Demonstrated success in financial process implementation or continuous improvement.
- Strong technological skills and ability to learn and efficiently use accounting software and other financial data systems.
- Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities and deadlines, with attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of colleagues at all levels of the organization.
- Positive, energetic, self-motivated.
- Ability to work some evenings or weekends during busy periods.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
- Sitting for extended periods.
- Ability to perform essential functions of the job with or without accommodations.
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