Senior Accountant - Rapidly Growing Co - Chicago, IL

I'm partnered with a high growth organization in the hospitality space located in Downtown Chicago, IL. This organization has over a decade entities under their umbrella and are now looking to bring a Senior Accountant to their team!

Reporting directly into the Senior Accounting Manager with tons of support from the rest of the team, you will assist in the month-end close process for several entities. In addition, there are tons of opportunities for growth in this company and to gain more responsibilities in this role as well.

Client Details

I'm partnered with a high growth organization in the hospitality space located in Downtown Chicago, IL. This organization has over a decade entities under their umbrella and are now looking to bring a Senior Accountant to their team!

Reporting directly into the Senior Accounting Manager with tons of support from the rest of the team, you will assist in the month-end close process for several entities. In addition, there are tons of opportunities for growth in this company and to gain more responsibilities in this role as well.

Description

Senior Accountant Responsibilities:

• Supports daily, monthly, and year-end operations, including the preparation and analysis of financial statements.
• Assists with the recording and reconciliation of revenue and accounts receivable.
• Helps in the creation, maintenance, and reconciliation of bank accounts.
• Manages the recording and processing of intercompany expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, depreciation of fixed assets, and any necessary adjusting or reclassification journal entries.
• Reviews company financial records to ensure timely and accurate processing of all accounts payable transactions, ensuring invoices and staff reimbursements are paid correctly in accordance with Finance policies and procedures.
• Monitors general ledger (G/L) activity to confirm that all transactions are accurately recorded and reflected in the G/L.
• Prepares and analyzes financial statement workpapers to verify the accuracy of the period's financial records.
• Assists in the timely submission and payment of State and Local tax obligations and supports the preparation of annual tax filings.
• Contributes to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-to-date financial statements and reports, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and budget-to-actual variance analyses.
• Aids in the preparation of annual tax documentation.
• Provides leadership and guidance to department staff, assisting with training and helping to retain skilled accounting professionals.

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountant
• 2+ years of experience
• Retail or hospitality industry most preferred
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to work in fast paced-environment

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• up to 15% bonus potential
• Strong benefits and perks
• Dog friendly office
• Great company culture and positive work environment
• Ample room to progress your career
• Highly visible role, partnering with the VP and CFO
• 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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