37534 | Senior Accountant

Added - 08/04/25

37534 | Senior Accountant

Accounting/Finance

Lake Forest, Illinois | Direct Hire

Job Description

Senior Accountant – Hybrid Schedule | Growth-Focused Finance Team | $90k - $100k

A well-established and growing organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its collaborative finance team. This position plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial data and supporting leadership with timely, accurate reporting. This role offers a hybrid schedule (4 days in-office, 1 remote) and the chance to work in a dynamic environment where analytical thinking and process ownership are valued.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the accuracy of financial records by preparing and reviewing journal entries related to assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses.

• Maintain and reconcile subsidiary ledgers, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Support monthly and year-end close processes, including trial balance preparation and account reconciliations.

• Compile and present financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow summaries.

• Oversee weekly cash flow forecasting and monthly sales rollforward analysis by customer.

• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits by providing schedules and general ledger insights.

• Supervise junior staff accountants, assisting with task delegation, review, and mentorship.

• Contribute to special projects and process improvements as part of broader department goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.

• 3+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial reporting.

• Prior experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff preferred.

• CPA preferred but not required.

• Solid understanding of GAAP, including lessee or lessor accounting concepts.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, advanced formulas).

• Experience working with financial reporting systems such as Microsoft Dynamics (Great Plains), QuickBooks, Crystal Reports, or other mid-market ERP platforms.

• Ability to manage multiple entities or legal structures is a plus.

• High level of confidentiality, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Perks & Benefits:

• Hybrid work model with one remote day per week

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Generous paid time off and holidays

• Supportive leadership and opportunities for advancement

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