Senior Staff Accountant

Abercrombie & Kent

  • Downers Grove, Illinois
  • 19 days ago

    Highlights

    Support day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger responsibilities, close processes, reconciliations, and financial reporting; Prepare journal entries and monthly balance sheet reconciliations; Support the monthly close process and monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting; Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies; Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation for external auditors; Support tax-related reporting by coordinating with internal and external partners; Analyze monthly financial results, providing insight regarding key drivers of variances; Partner cross-functionally on accounting-related initiatives and special projects; Perform ad hoc analysis and special projects as needed following requirements from local and global accounting leadership; Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, and enhance reporting efficiency. Good knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; advanced MS Excel skills required; Previous experience working with accounting software; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills; Ability to multitask, meet deadlines and deliver on expectations; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Strong interpersonal skills.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDowners Grove, Illinois

    Description

    Job Description:

    Position Summary:


    The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial reporting process, while supporting local and global accounting initiatives. This role will support core accounting operations in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and play a key part in ensuring strong internal controls and continuous process improvement across domestic and international operations.

     

    Responsibilities and Accountabilities:


    • Support day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger responsibilities, close processes, reconciliations, and financial reporting;
    • Prepare journal entries and monthly balance sheet reconciliations;
    • Support the monthly close process and monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting;
    • Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies;
    • Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation for external auditors;
    • Support tax-related reporting by coordinating with internal and external partners;
    • Analyze monthly financial results, providing insight regarding key drivers of variances;
    • Partner cross-functionally on accounting-related initiatives and special projects;
    • Perform ad hoc analysis and special projects as needed following requirements from local and global accounting leadership;
    • Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, and enhance reporting efficiency.

     

    Skills and Abilities


    • Good knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP);
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; advanced MS Excel skills required;
    • Previous experience working with accounting software;
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
    • Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills;
    • Ability to multitask, meet deadlines and deliver on expectations;
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
    • Strong interpersonal skills. 

     

    Education and Additional Experience

     

    • Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
    • CPA preferred
    • 3-5 years of accounting experience, with a mix of public accounting and industry preferred

    Special Requirements


    • International travel may be required (and maintain a current passport)
    • Evening and weekend hours may be required

     

    Salary Range

     

    • $80,000 - $95,000; position is bonus eligible

     

    Benefits


    A&K offers a large portfolio of competitive benefits to all eligible, full-time employees. Some benefits are provided at no cost to the employee, such as group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and travel discounts through use of an IATAN Travel Professional card. Other elective benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental life insurance, pre-tax healthcare and dependent FSAs, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match.

     

    This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required by the employee.

     

     

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    EEO Statement

    Abercrombie & Kent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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