Sr. Accountant

Harvard Resource Solutions/VENTEON is seeking a Sr. Accountant for our manufacturing client in Oak Park on a temporary basis. Could have potential to convert to direct hire for the right person. In office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Pay Range: $38.46hr- $48.00hr (Depending upon experience and education) Position Summary We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager to lead our financial operations. As a key partner to the Owner, you will manage the full accounting cycle—from daily transactional tasks like AP, A/R and Purchase Orders to high-level month-end reporting. Responsible for managing the General Ledger through Financial Statement preparation. This is a "player-coach" role perfect for a professional who enjoys both the precision of bookkeeping and the strategic impact of financial analysis in a growing company. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable & Procurement Invoice Management: Oversee the end-to-end AP process, including accurate data entry, coding, and digital filing of all vendor invoices. Payment Processing: Schedule and execute weekly payment runs via check, ACH, or wire, ensuring all obligations are met on time. Purchase Orders: Manage the PO system, matching orders with receiving documents and invoices to ensure internal controls and pricing accuracy. Vendor Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and statement reconciliations. General Ledger: Maintain a clean and accurate GL; perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts and credit cards. P&L Ownership: Prepare and present monthly Profit and Loss statements, providing commentary on variances and trends to the Owner. Balance Sheet Management: Prepare monthly Balance Sheets, ensuring all assets and liabilities are accurately supported and reconciled. Cash Flow Monitoring: Track daily cash positions and provide short-term cash flow forecasts to support growth initiatives. Compliance & Administration Maintain organized financial records in compliance with GAAP. Assist with annual tax preparation and any external audits or 1099 filings. Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows as the company scales. Required Skills & Experience Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; prior experience in a small business or "department of one" environment is highly preferred. Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of [QuickBooks] and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs). Expertise: Deep understanding of full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, and financial statement preparation. Qualities for Success Self-Starter: You take initiative and don’t require constant supervision to meet deadlines. Adaptability: You are comfortable pivoting between data entry and strategic reporting as the day requires. Integrity: You handle sensitive financial information with the utmost discretion. #J-18808-Ljbffr