Senior Accountant

Come grow with us! We’re looking for a Senior Accountant who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive, hands‑on approach in a collaborative, in‑person environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with others, building relationships across departments, and contributing as a visible part of a fast‑moving team. The right candidate will be able to step in quickly, take ownership, and make an immediate impact—balancing independent work with strong cross‑functional collaboration. If you thrive in a high‑volume setting, communicate effectively in person, and take pride in accuracy and accountability, this is a great opportunity to grow. Key Responsibilities Maintain and create GL accounts, macro groupings, and system formats to support accurate and meaningful financial statements. Lead month‑end and year‑end close activities, including preparing schedules and coordinating information for auditors. Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy. Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers to support multi‑state income tax compliance (quarterly payments, annual returns/reports); complete select state filings internally. Assist Controller with cash management, including payment planning, approvals, releases, and weekly cash projections. Review and approve monthly benefit invoices prior to AP processing. Analyze inventory activity and variances, including data collection, reporting, and interpretation—leveraging cost accounting principles in a manufacturing environment. Collaborate with Accounting and department managers to develop the annual operating budget; monitor performance and investigate variances. Proactively identify, communicate, and help resolve financial issues in a timely manner. Partner with the Accounting team to prepare formal financial presentation materials for internal leadership and external stakeholders. Perform monthly bank reconciliations for designated accounts. Compile property valuations and business interruption data for annual insurance renewals and report relevant incidents or changes. Support Purchasing with lease‑versus‑buy analyses and other financial evaluations. Assist in generating annual employee benefits statements. Respond to information requests and provide financial support to internal departments. Offer guidance and problem‑solving support to team members across the organization. Provide backup coverage for various accounting functions within the department. We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred 5+ years of progressive accounting experience Manufacturing and/or cost accounting experience required Strong understanding of inventory accounting, cost analysis, and variance reporting Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX, etc.) Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally across all levels Ability to thrive in a high‑volume, fast‑paced, onsite environment with multiple deadlines Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a hands‑on, ownership‑driven mindset Detail‑oriented with a high level of accuracy and accountability Why Join? Competitive salary: $95,000–$100,000 annually Contract‑to‑hire opportunity with long‑term growth potential Eligibility to earn an annual bonus Outstanding benefits package including: Health insurance Dental Vision Disability Life insurance Profit sharing & 401(k) Onsite fitness center Onsite nurse Paid time off 11 paid holidays Additional Details Location: Ashton, IL (fully onsite) Employment Type: Contract‑to‑hire Schedule: Full‑time, standard business hours Benefits Contract: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit Perm: Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance with a 401(k) LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v. All assignments are at‑will and their duration is subject to change. #J-18808-Ljbffr LaSalle Network