Senior Corporate Accountant
Connect Search, LLC, Northbrook, IL, United States
Helps to lead the month-end closing process, preparing various monthly journal entries and preparing bank account and general ledger account reconciliations. In addition, this role will work with the A/P and A/R functions to ensure accounting processes are followed in accordance with GAAP and company policy. The position is also involved in payroll accounting, client billing, fixed asset accounting, and other special projects. The position includes regular exposure to the Corporate Controller and CFO. This role will assist the Accounting Manager, Corporate Controller and the corporate accounting team in running the accounting close process and preparing monthly financial reporting.
About the Role
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with the month-end accounting close process
Prepare materials supporting the annual external audit
Prepare monthly journal entries
Reconcile general ledger balance sheet accounts
Research, analyze, and prepare commentary for a variety of general ledger accounts in preparation of the monthly internal financial package
Prepare bank and general ledger account reconciliations
Assist in client billing/invoicing of payroll and other related expenses
Provide ad hoc analysis / special projects
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting
3+ years of general accounting experience
Bill.com and Concur experience
Knowledge and experience in application of GAAP accounting
Required Skills
Bias to action and ability to prioritize tasks and projects
Self‑motivated and demonstrated history of driving process efficiencies
Solid oral and written communication skills
Strong system skills including intermediate/advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, advanced formulas); comfort in handling large amounts of data/transactions in Excel
Ability to work both independently and within a team structure
Accurate and detail oriented with solid interpersonal skills
Service first mindset with internal customers / teammates
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About the Role
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with the month-end accounting close process
Prepare materials supporting the annual external audit
Prepare monthly journal entries
Reconcile general ledger balance sheet accounts
Research, analyze, and prepare commentary for a variety of general ledger accounts in preparation of the monthly internal financial package
Prepare bank and general ledger account reconciliations
Assist in client billing/invoicing of payroll and other related expenses
Provide ad hoc analysis / special projects
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting
3+ years of general accounting experience
Bill.com and Concur experience
Knowledge and experience in application of GAAP accounting
Required Skills
Bias to action and ability to prioritize tasks and projects
Self‑motivated and demonstrated history of driving process efficiencies
Solid oral and written communication skills
Strong system skills including intermediate/advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, advanced formulas); comfort in handling large amounts of data/transactions in Excel
Ability to work both independently and within a team structure
Accurate and detail oriented with solid interpersonal skills
Service first mindset with internal customers / teammates
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