Senior Accountant

Mission Statement

To optimize financial operations through innovative process automation, data-driven analysis, and strategic decision-making, ensuring efficient and accurate financial reporting while driving sustainable growth and profitability

Job Description

Are you a self-starter with a perpetual learner’s mindset looking for your next career move as a Senior Accountant We want to hear from you! We are looking to fill this position with the largest privately held services and solutions company in a 2+ billion-dollar healthcare market segment.

The Senior Accountant will be an integral part of our Finance team in Naperville.

As a prominent medical and hazardous waste service provider, we are seeking an individual who can manage the unique financial intricacies of our industry.

This role entails overseeing month-end closings, revenue management, high-volume accounts payable and billing, and initiating process improvements specific to our industry’s needs.

Team leadership, regular reporting, and in-depth financial analysis are also critical components.

You will be successful in this role if you can think strategically but also jump into the details to get things done.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 years of corporate accounting and leadership experience with a high proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.

Please apply if you feel you are a fit for this position.

What we offer you :

On-going training lead by proven leaders

Fun work environment and supportive teammates

Focus on internal promotions and development 12-year track record

Health, dental, vision (plus FSA and daycare savings options)

Generous paid vacation and holiday time

Summer hours

On-site fitness center

And much more!

Job Responsibilities :

Financial Reporting :

Manage the senior-level balanced score card

Assist in the development in an efficient forecasting and budget process

Identify risk and opportunities within the financial results

Quality control the preparation of regular reports on AP, billing, and collections metrics for senior management.

Analyze financial data to provide insights and recommendations to senior management.

Month-End Close :

Ensure an efficient and accurate month-end closing process.

Manage the preparation and quality control of monthly journal entries and accruals.

Prepare and review monthly financial statements and reports.

Separate out the economics of 2 lines of business into their respective legal entities.

Revenue Management & Cost Savings :

Proactively identify and address areas of potential revenue leakage, implementing measures to safeguard company earnings.

Continuously review operations and processes to uncover cost-saving opportunities without compromising service or quality.

Collaborate with departmental heads and provide recommendations on financial best practices to enhance profitability.

Comfortable leading initiatives or projects independently and collaborating with other departments as needed.

High-Volume Accounts Payable Management :

Utilize artificial intelligence tools to automate and streamline invoice processing.

Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to resolve any discrepancies or issues related to invoice payments.

Monitor AP aging reports to ensure all payables are addressed promptly.

Ensure invoices recommended for payment have support of services provided.

High-Volume Billing & Cash Collections Management :

Ensure all billing is accurate and timely

Monitor the accounts receivable aging report, identifying overdue accounts and initiating appropriate collection actions.

Establish communication with clients to address payment-related inquiries or disputes.

Develop strategies to minimize bad debts and write-offs.

Process Improvement & Automation :

Continuously identify areas for process improvement in AP, billing, and collections.

Collaborate with the IT team to enhance the capabilities of artificial intelligence tools.

Stay updated with best practices to bring innovation and efficiency to the department.

Qualifications :

BS degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting or Business (Required)

4+ years of experience in corporate accounting function (Required)

Advanced Proficiency in Excel (Required)

Working knowledge of Power BI

Excellent numerical and analytical skills

Experience managing large amounts of data / transactions in Excel or another analytical tool

Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting competencies

Proficiency in MS Office

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Must be dependable, able to multi-task, and have ability to meet strict deadlines

Nice to Haves :

ERP Netsuite or similar migration experience

Financial Planning & Analysis experience with a modern toolset

Multi / intra - company disciplines (Private Equity experience ideal)

Dashboard / Reporting experience

Experience in an EOS shop

EEOC Statement

MedPro Disposal, LLC is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We encourage people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.

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