Description

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Senior Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.

1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees

2) They have higher bonus structures

3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.

4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)

5) And more…

Overview:

This position is responsible for performing general accounting functions for the Accounting Policy group.

Responsibilities:

Provide technical accounting guidance and analysis in support of proposed transactions to ensure conformity with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles.

· Review and analyze terms of proposed transaction.

· Identify and research technical accounting issues.

· Prepare analysis of accounting results based on forecasted economics.

· Document conclusions for consideration by management.

· Provide support to business groups as it relates to interpretation and application of accounting policy matters.

· Assist in the development and drafting of new policies and revision of existing policies addressing accounting treatment and procedures.

· Perform and document recurring accounting evaluations (e.g. impairment analyses, hedge effectiveness).

· Advise management of important developments and potential impact to businesses as appropriate.

· Assist in providing training to accounting personnel as required.

· Perform monthly close procedures, including recording of journal entries and reconciliations for the Portfolio Management segment.

· Own the preparation and issuance of the monthly reporting package including monthly variance analysis explaining fluctuations of income statement and balance sheet accounts, preparation of key performance highlights and statement of cash flows.

Requirements

Job Requirements:

• Must have a deep understanding of account reconciliation processes

• Proficiency in balance sheet reconciliation is required

• Experience with bank reconciliations is necessary

• Must be able to manage and maintain the general ledger

• Ability to prepare and review journal entries is crucial

• Must have strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Experience with month-end close procedures is necessary

• Knowledge of NetSuite accounting software is a plus

• Previous experience with Oracle accounting software is beneficial

• Proficiency in SAP is desirable

• Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role in the Transport industry

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required

• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills

• Must be detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is preferred

• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment

• Must have strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills are necessary

• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

• Should be able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment

• Must comply with all company policies and procedures

• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations is required

• Must be able to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

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