Senior Accountant
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Chicago, Illinois, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeMedium
Full TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeMedium
Job Summary
Manage and maintain accounting management information by developing manual and automated applications, preparing monthly journal entries, and reconciling general ledger and liability accounts. Participate in month-end close activities, including review of allocations, estimates, and error correction, while assisting independent auditors with year-end audits and verifying report accuracy. Maintain the chart of accounts, amortization schedules, and monthly bank reconciliations, and prepare required audit work and reports. Work Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field
- A minimum of five (5) years or more experience in accounting
- Knowledge of budgeting and accounting principles, including internal control, cost accounting and taxes
- Knowledge of computer information systems and spreadsheets to present financial information
- Able to work independently and meet deadlines
- Strong knowledge of GAAP
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and business acumen
- Ability to appropriately handle confrontation and conflict
- Ability to work independently and to seek consultation as necessary
- Ability to follow organization and departmental processes and procedures
- Ability to work in a high stress/fast paced/high work volume environment
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in working with a diverse population base preferred
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