Buckingham Search
Senior Accountant FortuneRanked Company
Buckingham Search, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
The Accounting Senior within the Accounting Center of Excellence (CoE) will play a crucial role in the daily operations of the accounting team. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.Responsibilities:Support month, quarter, and year-end reporting activities for timely and accurate reportingPrepare & review journal entries and account reconciliationsActively participate in monthly balance sheet reviews working with the business and SSCInvestigate and resolve accounting issuesSupport OneStream reporting to ensure it is performed timely and accuratelyEnsure integrity and reliability of all financial transactions and that they are in accordance with US GAAP and company standardsSupport internal and external audit requests, and participate in efforts to remediate audit and control findingsDocument standard operating procedures and instructions surrounding accounting proceduresShare best practices in accounting practices with others in the Accounting CoE and support the Accounting Manager to implement them within the teamProcess Improvement & Special ProjectsIdentify opportunities for process improvements and lead the team in implementing best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness across the close and reporting processesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operationsParticipate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Accounting ManagerEducation:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field requiredCPA or equivalent certification preferredExperience:Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experienceSkills:Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standardsProficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SL9)Strong experience ensuring SOX compliance requiredExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint