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Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

USA JobsAlgonquin, IL, US
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Sr. Accountant

The Sr. Accountant will be responsible for overseeing monthly financial close, cost accounting, fixed asset management, AP, AR and Payroll oversight and account reconciliation. This candidate will bring a deep understanding of manufacturing accounting practices and a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities :

Monthly Financial Closing & Reporting :

  • Lead and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close process
  • Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and financial statements
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies

Account Reconciliation & Analysis :

  • Perform and review balance sheet account reconciliations
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
  • Support internal and external audits with documentation and analysis

    • Cost Accounting :

  • Maintain and analyze standard cost systems, including BOMs and routings
  • Monitor and report on manufacturing variances, inventory valuation, and margin analysis
  • Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost allocation

    • Fixed Asset Accounting & System Maintenance :

  • Manage fixed asset ledger, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals
  • Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of capital expenditures
  • Maintain fixed asset system integrity and support physical audits

    • Additional Skills & Qualifications :

    Education - Bachelor's degree in accounting (required)

    Experience - Minimum 5 years of accounting experience. Strong understanding of AR, AP & Payroll

    Technical Skills - Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Plex or similar), advanced Excel skills

    Soft Skills - Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, leadership ability, and effective communication

    Experience Level : Expert Level

    Pay and Benefits :

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00 / hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

    Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

    Workplace Type :

    This is a fully onsite position in Algonquin,IL.

    Application Deadline :

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2025.

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    Senior Accountant • Algonquin, IL, US