Senior Accountant

Role: Senior Accountant
Location: Chicago
Compensation and Benefits: $95,000 - $105,000 DOE + Bonus + 401K + Medical + Dental + Vision + Generous PTO 

In partnership with our client, we are seeking an experienced Audit professional or Accountant with a CPA who is looking for an impactful opportunity in a rapidly growing company. As a Senior Accountant, you will support the Accounting department in all daily accounting responsibilities and financial reporting, identifying areas to streamline processes and ensuring compliance with audit and tax requirements.

• Assist with monthly and annual financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to GAAP.
• Support intercompany eliminations and consolidated reporting for audits and tax compliance.
• Prepare and review journal entries for revenue recognition, operating expenses, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing.
• Collaborate with project finance, lenders, and investors to coordinate capital raises.
• Work closely with auditors and tax preparers to ensure timely filing of audit reports and tax returns.
• Train and mentor junior accounting staff, fostering a culture of growth and development.
• Assist in implementing consistent accounting policies and ensuring compliance across all programs.
• Drive process improvements.
• Provide analytical insights by identifying trends, answering accounting questions, and solving financial challenges.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Public accounting experience is strongly preferred.
• Licensed CPA.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
• Experience with NetSuite ERP is a plus.