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Description We are looking for a diligent Sr. Accountant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role is primarily involved in maintaining the global general ledger, participating in strategic financial projects, and assisting in the preparation and presentation of periodic reporting packages. You will also be expected to manage key financial statement close process controls and assist in the management and coordination of the consolidated global audit.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining the global general ledger.

• Participating in strategic financial projects, including the implementation of new ERP systems.

• Preparing and presenting periodic reporting packages to outside stakeholders.

• Managing key financial statement close process controls and recommending improvements when necessary.

• Assisting in the compilation of information for the preparation of month-end reporting.

• Performing consolidation activities at various entity levels within the organization.

• Assisting in the management and coordination of the consolidated global audit.

• Developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements and audits.

• Applying a structured methodology to balance sheet review and maintenance.

• Performing various month-end activities, including account reconciliation, account reconciliation review, regional & corporate income statement review, and reasonableness testing.

• Reviewing intercompany reconciliations and transfer pricing calculations. Requirements • Must hold a bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance or related field

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required

• Strong knowledge and experience with NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP systems

• Proven experience with account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, and bank reconciliations

• Extensive understanding of the general ledger system and journal entries

• Ability to handle month-end close procedures

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification is desired but not mandatory

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

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