Senior Accountant - $100M Manufacturer - Schaumburg, IL

We're partnered with a mid‑sized manufacturing company near Schaumburg, IL area seeking a well‑rounded Senior Accountant to support core accounting processes, month‑end close, and financial reporting. This role offers strong visibility across the organization and the opportunity to contribute to ongoing process improvements within a stable, growth‑oriented company.

Client Details

We're partnered with a mid‑sized manufacturing company near Schaumburg, IL area seeking a well‑rounded Senior Accountant to support core accounting processes, month‑end close, and financial reporting. This role offers strong visibility across the organization and the opportunity to contribute to ongoing process improvements within a stable, growth‑oriented company.

Description

• Manage month‑end close activities including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Maintain the general ledger and support preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements.
• Assist in developing and analyzing budget vs. actual reporting and management financial dashboards.
• Support AP/AR review, fixed assets, and other core accounting functions as needed.
• Prepare internal management reports and support financial accuracy across the organization.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and contribute to stronger controls and reporting efficiency.
• Assist with external audits and preparation of required schedules.

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2-5 years of related accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing company or similar industry
• Knowledge of US GAAP, reconciliations, and month‑end close
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables,LOOKUPs,SUMIF/S, etc.).
• ERP system experience-SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Infor, JD Edwards, Netsuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or comparable.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate with both finance and non‑finance teams.

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Annual bonus structure, based on performance
• Strong benefits
• Well-established, stable company
• Highly visible role, partnering with senior leaders
• Tons of mentorship and training from the team
• Awesome team culture

Apply now and your resume will be considered within 24 hours!

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