Senior Accountant (Rosemont)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Month-End Close & Reconciliations Actively participate in the month-end close cycle, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks. Prepare account reconciliations, including complex balance sheet accounts, with a high degree of accuracy. Tax & Compliance Manage annual 1099 filing process, including vendor data collection, threshold review, and timely submission. Administer and maintain sales tax compliance using Avalara. ERP & Systems Operate effectively within NetSuite for day-to-day accounting tasks, journal entries, and reporting. Leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) and technology to improve personal productivity and output quality. Documentation & Process Maintain organized documentation throughout the year to facilitate a smooth audit process. Document accounting procedures and create clear, thorough SOPs for assigned areas of responsibility. Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and collaborate with the team to implement changes. Cross-Functional Support Assists with the annual budget process. Serves as the back-up for accounts payable and accounts receivable when necessary

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance 3+ years of experience related to the monthly close and reconciliation processes Knowledge of GAAP standards and ability to apply them in practice Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization Proven ability to manage and motivate a team, focusing on continuous improvement and development

HIGHLY PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: CPA certification Experience with NetSuite software Experience working with international subsidiary entities HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT 2-3 days working in the office located near O'Hare Local candidates only.