Sr. Staff Accountant

Senior Staff Accountant Reports to the US Controller. Full-Time. Must work on site in Mt Prospect, IL. Lapmaster International is looking for a detail-oriented senior accountant to perform and coordinate accounting duties within our organization. The senior accountant’s responsibilities include preparing, managing month and year-end financial closes, preparing financial reports as needed, performing account reconciliations and resolving differences on a timely basis, maintaining the general ledger, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting duties as assigned. To be successful as a senior accountant, you should have a solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and strong financial analytical skills. An outstanding senior accountant should also possess strong Excel skills, be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work with little to no supervision and perform under pressure. Essential Responsibilities Coordinating accounting functions and programs Preparing financial analyses and reports Preparing revenue projections and forecasting expenditure Assisting with preparing and monitoring budgets Managing month end close process Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet and general ledger accounts Assisting with audit preparations as required Inventory management in Manufacturing. Working knowledge of cost accounting a plus Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance Contributing to the development of new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures Performing other accounting duties and supporting junior staff as required or assigned Education & Skills Requirements Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required 7+ years of accounting experience CPA is preferred Working knowledge of tax laws and GAAP Strong financial analysis skills Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Strong organizational and stress management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong Excel skills is a must Ability to train and manage staff Ability to work with little to no supervision Benefits & Compensation 401(k) with Matching Medical Insurance (Company contribution for Dependents) Dental insurance Vision insurance Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Company Paid Life & AD&D Vacation, Sick, Holidays EAP Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). It is the policy at Lapmaster International to provide equal employment opportunities and affirmative action to all qualified individuals. All personnel actions, including compensation, benefits, recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion of persons in all job titles, are administered without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, protected veteran or disability status, and all employment decisions are based solely on valid job requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr Precision Surfacing Solutions