Senior Accountant
Company Overview
A Japanese-owned group company supporting printing technology and related solutions is seeking a Senior Accountant to support accurate financial reporting, accounting operations, and internal controls.
- Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
- Department: Accounting |
- Reports to: Controller |
- FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
Support accounts payable and receivable close and month-end close. Record general ledger transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and prepare financial reports.
General Ledger Accounting 75 percent
- Prepare month-end journal entries and reconcile assigned general ledger and balance sheet accounts.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly parent-company reporting packages and support month-end and year-end close.
- Manage inventory accounting and related reserves, and support sales commission calculations.
- Maintain the fixed asset subledger, capitalize assets according to policy, record depreciation, and prepare roll-forward schedules.
- Prepare and reconcile intercompany billings and manage payment and confirmation processes.
- Prepare financial reports, cash forecasts, and related management reporting.
- Review accounting procedures, document business processes, and strengthen internal controls.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors and support tax audits and tax return documentation.
- Verify banking details for new ACH and wire setups and initiate wire transfers.
- Reconcile accounts payable, manage intercompany payments, and handle blanket purchase orders.
- Oversee or prepare Form 1099 reporting and month-end expense accruals.
- Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile receivables.
- Work with the Director of Finance to reconcile finder fees and other receivable items.
Accounts Payable 20 percent
Accounts Receivable 5 percent
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
- CPA or equivalent qualification.
- At least five years of accounting experience.
- Knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
- Extensive Excel experience, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, databases, and functions; working knowledge of Microsoft applications.
- Experience with NetSuite ERP or a similar accounting system.
- Experience with inventory reconciliations, roll-forwards, and the accounting impact of sales and inventory transactions.
- Strong command of English, with effective written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical, research, problem-solving, critical-thinking, and quantitative skills.
- High accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with leadership skills and professional, tactful communication.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.