Senior Accountant - Close & Consolidations

LaSalle Network has partnered with a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar insurance and financial services company headquartered in downtown Chicago to find their next Senior Accountant – Reporting & Consolidations.

If you are an accounting professional with consolidations experience who thrives in a complex, multi-framework environment — this one is worth a look. This is a high-visibility role sitting at the intersection of financial close, consolidations, and external reporting — with real ownership and a clear path for growth.

The Opportunity

Our client is a large, established insurance and financial services organization with exposure across multiple verticals of insurance and multiple accounting frameworks — SEC, GAAP, Statutory, and ERISA. They have a strong track record of developing people into senior roles across the business.

This role requires a hybrid in-office schedule in the Loop. Budget for this role is up to a base salary of $95,000 with additional bonus eligibility. A comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

What You’ll Own

• Assist with preparation of the monthly and quarterly financial close calendar
• Support all consolidation-related processes for the US GAAP close including intercompany balancing, inter and intra-segment eliminations, and suspense account analysis
• Prepare the consolidated balance sheet, income statement, statement of equity, and segment-level income statements
• Own preparation of the Financial Supplement including KPI calculations and critical financial data
• Prepare all non-GAAP income statements
• Work with internal and external auditors to provide necessary support
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and journal entries
• Actively participate in process improvement projects

What We’re Looking For

• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3–5 years of experience in accounting; insurance experience is a plus
• Experience running general ledger consolidations and preparing financial statements
• Familiarity with US GAAP; statutory accounting knowledge is a plus
• Experience in Workday Financial Management and Workiva WDesk strongly preferred
• Experience navigating a large ERP environment
• Intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex accounting issues
• Excellent communication skills across all levels of management and professional staff

Why This Role

• Visible seat with exposure to enterprise-level consolidations and reporting
• Broad exposure across multiple accounting and regulatory frameworks
• Culture built around internal development and promotion
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Hybrid schedule — based in downtown Chicago

Interested or know someone who might be? Reach out directly or apply below.

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