Interim Senior Accountant

A professional services client of ours in the Chicago area is seeking a contract Senior Accountant (Hybrid role - 3 days in office). Role can sit at any of their locations in the south, west, or northwest suburbs.

Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance required, and Acumatica ERP experience preferred.

The Senior Accountant will ensure that the general ledger is fully reconciled and will work with the Corporate Controller and other members of the accounting team to ensure the financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP.  This position also will provide analysis and written commentary on monthly financial results compared to either forecast or budget.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and reconciles general ledger accounts, primarily balance sheet accounts to ensure that the balances are correct and properly supported.
• Prepares monthly branch level reporting including income statements and margin analysis.
• Assist the Corporate Controller in preparing documents and interpreting complicated financial information for managers, executives, and C-Suite executives
• Codes invoices, establishes up new accounts when necessary, has primary responsibility for month-end close. 
• Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
• Assists with the onboarding of new acquisitions.
• Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
• Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
• Coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software systems; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field
• 8+ years of experience as an accountant
• Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to plan, monitor, prioritize and multitask.

If you, or someone you know, is interested please apply today!
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