SENIOR ACCOUNTANT - ENVIRONMENTAL CO - DOWNTOWN CHICAGO, IL

Company: Michael Page US
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 19, 2024

Job Description:

• Remote working opportunities (2 days work from home)
• Ample career growth opportunity with a growing multi-million dollar company About Our Client 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.
  
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  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. Job 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
    
    MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant
    • 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 What's on 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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