Senior Accountant

Champions Do MoreAs one of the fastest-growing and most exciting brands in the industry, Crash Champions is the largest founder-led multi-shop operator (MSO) of high-quality collision repair service in the U.S. The company, which also operates the growing Crash Champions LUXE | EV Certified brand of highline and luxury EV repair centers, services customers at more than 650 state-of-the-art locations in 38 states across the U.S. Crash Champions was founded in 1999 as a single Chicago repair center by industry veteran and 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Midwest award winner Matt Ebert. For more than 25 years, our vision has been anchored by the belief that delivering superior collision repair service is about People First. Welcome to Crash Champions. We Champion People.ResponsibilitiesCrash Champions is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Accountant to serve as a key member of the Accounting Team. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting, effective controls, and timely reporting for assigned general ledger accounts, including prepaids, vendor rebates, and various accruals. The Senior Accountant will prepare recurring and ad hoc analyses, collaborate cross-functionally, and identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting processes.General Ledger Management:Manage assigned general ledger accounts and ensure related transactions are complete, accurate, and recorded in accordance with company policies.Conduct regular account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.Provide meaningful variance analysis and insights to senior management.Budgeting and Forecasting:Collaborate with accounting leaders, managers, and department heads to support the development and monitoring of annual budgets.Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts.Internal Controls:Implement and monitor internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.Audit Support:Coordinate and support internal and external audits.Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries.Process Improvement:Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.Streamline accounting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.Embracing AI tools (Co-pilot Suite) to aid in streamlining month end close and other processes.QualificationsBachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Accounting or FinancePrevious experience in public accounting, consulting, or corporate accountingStrong communicator, capable of working with peers and senior managementStrong analytical thinkerIndependent, self-starter that works well in team environmentCapable of quickly adapting to changeProficiency in MS Office products – intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS ExcelStrong attention to detailDeep understanding of internal controls and segregation of dutiesAbility to work cross functionally and act as a liaison with all levels or organization and external business partnershipsAbility to adapt in fast-paced environmentsBonus: Familiarity with data visualization and analysis tools such as Power BI, Power Query, Alteryx or similar platformsBenefitsThe Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements and annual updates:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceGroup Life InsuranceDisability Insurance401k Retirement Plan with matchReferral Bonus ("Cash From Crash")5 Paid HolidaysWe are committed to providing competitive compensation for this role. The actual offer will be based on various factors, including but not limited to: job related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant certifications and qualifications.The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.Posted Min Pay RateUSD $95,000.00/Yr.Posted Max Pay RateUSD $112,000.00/Yr.