Accountant

Senior AccountantPay range is $62,000 to $93,000Onsite Role - Chicago OfficePosition Summary:Under the direction of the Controller, partner with cross-functional teams to manage various weekly, monthly and annual requirements for internal and external reporting. Assist in month end close process, including accounting for key accounts and performing account reconciliations in an accurate and timely manner. Work closely with parent company to ensure compliance with IFRS accounting standards. Assist in audit procedures and preparation. Review/improve controls over general accounting and financial reporting areas.Duties and Responsibilities:General Accounting:Assume role of company's IFRS subject matter expert, including advising colleagues and finance leadership of potential changes to policy or procedure to simplify accountingPartner cross-functionally on new initiatives and ensure compliance with accounting standards of parent companyPrepare and review journal entries for posting to general ledger accountsCompile and analyze financial information of key accountsCalculate and analyze various reserve and accrual entriesReconcile and review various general ledger accounts to ensure balances are appropriateMaintain integrity of the general ledger account and reporting structureFinancial Reporting:Assist with month end close process to ensure timely completion of financial statementsParticipate in month end review and analysis of financial statementsResearch financial statement variances and recommend needed adjustmentsPrepare schedules to meet monthly financial reporting requirementsPrepare supporting schedules, verify accuracy and obtain backup from other departments for financial statement reportingSupport external audit including preparing documentation and communication with third parties to ensure timely follow up and resolution of any issues or questionsFinancial Controls:Maintain an effective control environment by taking ownership of and being accountable for assigned control activitiesEffectively communicate any concerns around controls to mitigate adverse impactsRetain evidence of control activity and make it available for review as neededMinimum Knowledge, Experience & Skills Requirements:Bachelor's degree in accountingCPA certification or CPA eligible3-5 years' experience in the field of accountingPublic accounting experience preferredStrong technical US GAAP knowledge required; IFRS experience preferredAble to work cross-functionally with excellent attention to detail and follow throughSolid interpersonal relationship skillsStrong analytical and conceptual skillsStrong oral and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organizationProven ability to work collaboratively in a matrix environmentSolid organizational and planning skillsAdvanced Excel skills requiredExperience with Oracle NetSuite preferredEssential Functions & Work Requirements:Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communicationAble to read and write at a high school graduate levelAble to lift 10 to 20 poundsAble to sit or stand for extended periods of timeAble to operate various office equipment (e.g., personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.)Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlinesAble to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal developmentThese statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.