Senior Accountant
Location: Chicago, IL | Hybrid
CPA REQUIRED | Bachelor's in Accounting REQUIRED | Big 4 Experience PREFERRED | ASC 606 REQUIRED
About the Opportunity
A growing, publicly traded financial services organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its corporate accounting team. This role offers exposure to complex accounting matters, financial reporting, and cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
- Assist with financial reporting and preparation of supporting schedules and disclosures for external reporting.
- Research and support complex and non-routine accounting transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Partner with domestic and international teams to support accounting operations and reporting needs.
- Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests.
- Analyze large datasets across multiple systems to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives, system integrations, and other special projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
- Active CPA license required.
- 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and experience with complex accounting transactions.
- Advanced Excel skills, including working with large datasets and complex formulas.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Public accounting experience is a plus.
What Makes This Opportunity Interesting
- Exposure to technical accounting and complex transactions beyond standard close responsibilities.
- Involvement in public company financial reporting and SEC-related support.
- Opportunity to work with domestic and international accounting teams.
- Collaborative environment with visibility across different areas of the business.
- Hybrid schedule with 2–3 days onsite in downtown Chicago.
Senior Accountant in Chicago at Grayson Search Partners
This position is listed as full time and hybrid. It was posted today.