Senior Accountant

Location: Oak Park, IL | Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid (potential for 1 day WFH after training) | Compensation: $90,000–$100,000 base + performance bonus Overview A well-established, privately held company with a diverse portfolio of businesses spanning construction, service, distribution, ecommerce and light manufacturing is seeking a Senior Accountant. This is a broad, hands-on role offering exposure across multiple business units, direct interaction with senior finance leadership, and strong potential for career growth. What you'll do Lead and support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules Perform GL maintenance and account reconciliations Analyze financial results and explain significant variances Maintain and analyze WIP schedules, job costing and project profitability Support fixed asset and inventory accounting Assist with annual audits and tax preparation Participate in budgeting and forecasting Partner with operations and project managers on project costs and profitability Improve internal controls, accounting processes and procedures Participate in ERP, systems and process-improvement initiatives Required qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting Approximately 3–6 years of progressive accounting experience Strong GAAP, financial reporting and month-end close experience Strong Excel and ERP skills Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication abilities Preferred qualifications Public accounting/audit experience strongly preferred Ideal background: 2+ years of public accounting plus 1–2+ years of corporate accounting Construction experience is not required; experience in construction, engineering, manufacturing, distribution, industrial services or another project-based environment is a plus Exposure to WIP, job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, inventory, sales tax, certified payroll or government contracts is helpful but not required Compensation and benefits $90,000–$100,000 base salary Performance-based bonus 401(k) Medical, dental, vision and life insurance PTO and paid sick time Potential for 1 WFH day per week after training Why this role This position offers direct exposure to the Controller and CFO, a broad scope of responsibilities across a complex, multi-business organization, and excellent potential for career growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr