The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Senior Accountant for a prominent client of ours. This position islocated in Deerfield,IL.
Details for the position are as follows :
Job Description :
- $45.00 -$65.00 / HR to start! W2
- 6-month contract - (potential to extend or convert based on performance & budget). (Fully onsite M-F 8AM-5PM or 9AM-6PM)
- Responsibilities include : General accounting for US and Canada to include month-end close, entry preparation, reconciliations, support audit request, and GAAP reporting, as required.
- Prepare and / or review monthly account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts ensuring financial records are maintained in compliance with company policy;
review, investigate, and resolve accounting errors, discrepancies, and reconciling items Analyze accounts, understand where adjustments are needed and prepares journal entries, and monthly account reconciliations following success criteria.
Design and complete summaries, supplementals and reports as needed. Execute specific analysis and transactions (i.e., cash, leases and fixed assets).
Responsible for daily management of general ledger activities. Assist in documentation and monitoring of internal controls and participate in SOX testing.
Support management through data collection, analysis and special projects. Assist with financial, tax and other audits. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
- Minimum Bachelors degree required
- SAP nice to have - or other software, JDEdwards, Oracle
- US / Canada accounting principal exp OR Multinational experience OR large corp