Senior Accountant
Join a growing steel fabrication and manufacturing company where you'll play a key role in supporting financial operations, driving process improvements, and helping leadership make informed business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and wants exposure to both accounting and operational finance.
Why Join the Team?
- Opportunity to work for a respected steel fabrication company
- Exposure to both accounting and operational finance
- Strong leadership and a collaborative culture
- Career growth opportunities within a growing organization
- Exposure to inventory, costing, production, and operational accounting
- Collaborative team environment with room for growth
Key Responsibilities
- Lead month-end and year-end close activities
- Prepare financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, and operational performance
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 3+ years of accounting experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Preferred:
- Manufacturing, steel fabrication, or industrial industry experience
- ERP system experience
- Cost accounting or inventory accounting exposure
- CPA or CPA-track candidate
Senior Accountant in waukegan at Unknown Company
This position is listed as full time and onsite.