Senior Accountant - Environmental Co - Downtown Chicago, IL

I'm partnered with the CFO at a global, family-owned, multi-million dollar environmental company in Downtown Chicago (2 days remote). The company partners with large, well-known manufacturing companies to recycle their hazardous waste. Due to growth and opportunities for internal mobility, they are now looking to bring on a Senior Accountant to join their team.

As the Senior Accountant, you will be a key financial member of the accounting team, working closely with the senior leaders and providing financial information to impact operating decisions. This individual will be responsible for managing 3 P&Ls and be a pivotal contributor to the month-end close process, working directly with the Accounting Manager who will be mentoring this individual within multiple facets of accounting and finance.

Client Details

I'm partnered with the CFO at a global, family-owned, multi-million dollar environmental company in Downtown Chicago (2 days remote). The company partners with large, well-known manufacturing companies to recycle their hazardous waste. Due to growth and opportunities for internal mobility, they are now looking to bring on a Senior Accountant to join their team.

As the Senior Accountant, you will be a key financial member of the accounting team, working closely with the senior leaders and providing financial information to impact operating decisions. This individual will be responsible for managing 3 P&Ls and be a pivotal contributor to the month-end close process, working directly with the Accounting Manager who will be mentoring this individual within multiple facets of accounting and finance.

Description

Senior Accountant Responsibilities:

• Assist in the monthly general ledger close process
• Prepare and analyze financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to ensure adherence to US GAAP and Global Accounting Policies
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead their implementation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide training as necessary
• Reconcile financial data across different platforms to ensure accuracy
• Research and interpret data to address accounting and financial inquiries
• Support various audit processes
• Participate in ad hoc projects and perform additional accounting duties as needed

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of experience in accounting
• Advanced skills in Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, sum ifs, etc)
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with a strong attention to detail
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• 10% bonus structure
• Strong benefits
• Fast growing company
• Ample room to progress your career internally or within another business unit
• 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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