Senior Accountant

• Hybrid/Flexible Working Environment
• Direct path to become the Accounting Manager

About Our Client

I'm partnered with the Director of Accounting at a multi-billion dollar, global, logistics company. They are a global, growing organization with a presence in numerous industries including Industrial, Chemicals, CPG, Tech, Automotive and many more. Their facility located in Wood Dale, IL is a recent acquisition and they're looking to build out a strong US Accounting team starting with this Senior Accountant role.

Job Description

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, depreciation schedules, and capital project tracking.
• Support external audits by preparing schedules, responding to auditor inquiries, and ensuring compliance.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Assist with tax filings, regulatory reporting, and statutory requirements as needed.
• Participate in system improvements, automation efforts, and process optimization initiatives.
• Support leadership with ad hoc financial analyses and special projects.

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
• 3+ years of experience in Accounting
• Logistics industry experience required
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and Word
• Strong business communication and analytic skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail

What's on Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Bonus potential
• Strong benefits
• Fast growing company
• Ample room to progress your career
• Highly visible role, partnering with the Global team
• Tons of mentorship and training from the team
• Awesome team culture

Contact

Matt Conroy

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