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Senior Accountant

Robert Half

Aurora, IL

Filed under Manufacturing

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Senior Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to support and strengthen our financial operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for improving systems and processes within a manufacturing environment. This role is hands-on and will play an important part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the close process, and providing meaningful financial analysis to the organization.


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform and support full-cycle accounting activities, including month-end and year-end close.
  • Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, account reconciliations, and internal financial reports.
  • Manage and maintain accounting records related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and inventory.
  • Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies.
  • Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses.
  • Analyze costs, margins, and operational results to help identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Assist with inventory and cost accounting, including analysis of manufacturing costs and variances.
  • Support external audits and provide requested documentation and analysis to auditors and tax professionals.
  • Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and documentation.
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and financial systems.
  • Assist with accounting software and Microsoft 365/Excel enhancements and implementation projects.
  • Ensure accounting activities are performed in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Partner with operations and other departments to provide financial insight and support business decisions.
  • Take ownership of assigned accounting projects and contribute to continuous improvement across the finance function.


Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • PTO
  • 401K


Keys:

  • Accounting or Finance degree
  • Minimum 3-5 years’ experience.


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