Senior Corporate Accountant
Motion Recruitment · Des Plaines, Illinois, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Position Summary:The Senior Accountant Contractor is a key member of the Corporate Controller group. This position will provide accounting reporting, and analytical support to the corporate and global finance teams. This role requires strong accounting and systems skills, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to communicate clearly and confidently with key stakeholders.This position reports to the Manager of Corporate Accounting.
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Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:Serve as a key contributor to the corporate month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting reporting, and follow-up.Prepares the intercompany accounting, including billings, B/S account analysis, follow-up on differences, and resolution of open items.Prepares North America payroll accounting process, including journal entries, cash funding, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and timely resolution of payroll-related issues.Prepare assigned monthly corporate balance sheet account reconciliations and analysis, ensuring balances are accurate, fully supported, and clearly understood.Utilize Blackline to perform month-end close processes including journal entries and account reconciliations.Utilize OneStream to perform monthly reporting and analysisSupport the annual external financial statement audit by preparing schedules, providing documentation, responding to requests, and resolving follow-up questions.Leverage technology to automate and streamline processes and reportingPrepare ad hoc analyses and support other projects or duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.Minimum of five years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including month-end close, journal entries, and balance sheet account reconciliations.Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliation principles, and internal controls.Strong systems aptitude and advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to organize, reconcile, and analyze large data sets.Must possess a professional demeanor with an ability to work independently and collaboratively.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organizationStrong problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to issue identification and resolution.Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time, meet deadlines, and manage associated pressures.Demonstrated desire and ability to improve processes, leverage technology, and strengthen controls and reporting.This position must pass a post-offer background check and drug test
Preferred Skills and Experience:Certified Public AccountantCertified Management AccountantExperience with BlackLine, JD Edwards, OneStream, Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft CoPilot, or Microsoft Power Automate.Experience supporting external audits and working in a large, complex, or multi-entity global organization. xzbcwsv Experience in the distribution or foodservice industry.
BenefitsMedical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your familyDental & Orthodontia BenefitsVision BenefitsHealth Savings Account (HSA)Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsVoluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability InsuranceHospital Indemnity Insurance401(k) including match with pre and post-tax optionsLegal and Identity Protection PlansPre-tax Commuter Benefit
Interested in learning more about this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed.
Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:Serve as a key contributor to the corporate month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting reporting, and follow-up.Prepares the intercompany accounting, including billings, B/S account analysis, follow-up on differences, and resolution of open items.Prepares North America payroll accounting process, including journal entries, cash funding, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and timely resolution of payroll-related issues.Prepare assigned monthly corporate balance sheet account reconciliations and analysis, ensuring balances are accurate, fully supported, and clearly understood.Utilize Blackline to perform month-end close processes including journal entries and account reconciliations.Utilize OneStream to perform monthly reporting and analysisSupport the annual external financial statement audit by preparing schedules, providing documentation, responding to requests, and resolving follow-up questions.Leverage technology to automate and streamline processes and reportingPrepare ad hoc analyses and support other projects or duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.Minimum of five years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including month-end close, journal entries, and balance sheet account reconciliations.Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliation principles, and internal controls.Strong systems aptitude and advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to organize, reconcile, and analyze large data sets.Must possess a professional demeanor with an ability to work independently and collaboratively.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organizationStrong problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to issue identification and resolution.Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time, meet deadlines, and manage associated pressures.Demonstrated desire and ability to improve processes, leverage technology, and strengthen controls and reporting.This position must pass a post-offer background check and drug test
Preferred Skills and Experience:Certified Public AccountantCertified Management AccountantExperience with BlackLine, JD Edwards, OneStream, Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft CoPilot, or Microsoft Power Automate.Experience supporting external audits and working in a large, complex, or multi-entity global organization. xzbcwsv Experience in the distribution or foodservice industry.
BenefitsMedical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your familyDental & Orthodontia BenefitsVision BenefitsHealth Savings Account (HSA)Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsVoluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability InsuranceHospital Indemnity Insurance401(k) including match with pre and post-tax optionsLegal and Identity Protection PlansPre-tax Commuter Benefit
Details
| Company | Motion Recruitment |
| Location | Des Plaines, Illinois, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | logistics |
| Experience | permanent |

