Senior Accountant

StevenDouglas has been retained on a search for a Senior Staff Accountant. Our client, established in 1962, is a profitable international $50M privately-held company specializing in professional services education. Based in Chicago (near Rosemont, at Kennedy & Cumberland), the Senior Accountant will work on a high performing team and report to the Director of Accounting. This individual will serve as a valuable business partner, collaborating and communicating with all levels of the organization.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Month-End Close & ReconciliationsActively participate in the month-end close cycle, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks.Prepare account reconciliations, including complex balance sheet accounts, with a high degree of accuracy.Tax & ComplianceManage annual 1099 filing process, including vendor data collection, threshold review, and timely submission.Administer and maintain sales tax compliance using Avalara.ERP & SystemsOperate effectively within NetSuite for day-to-day accounting tasks, journal entries, and reporting.Leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) and technology to improve personal productivity and output quality.Documentation & ProcessMaintain organized documentation throughout the year to facilitate a smooth audit process.Document accounting procedures and create clear, thorough SOPs for assigned areas of responsibility.Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and collaborate with the team to implement changes.Cross-Functional SupportAssists with the annual budget process.Serves as the back-up for accounts payable and accounts receivable when necessaryREQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance3+ years of experience related to the monthly close and reconciliation processesKnowledge of GAAP standards and ability to apply them in practiceExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organizationProven ability to manage and motivate a team, focusing on continuous improvement and developmentHIGHLY PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:CPA certificationExperience with NetSuite softwareExperience working with international subsidiary entitiesHYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT2-3 days working in the office located near O'HareLocal candidates only.