Senior Accountant- Manufacturing- Palatine

Ample career growth opportunity with a growing and reputable organizationRemote working opportunities (1 day work from home)About Our ClientI'm partnered with the VP of Finance a leading global manufacturer and supplier, specializing in the production of high-quality electronic components. In this newly created role, they are looking to find a Senior Accountant to join their team near Palatine, IL to take ownership over the month-end close process and collaborate with the finance team to meet deadlines for reporting, financial consolidation, budget preparation, tax filings, and related tasks.Job DescriptionSenior Accountant Responsibilities:Collaborates with the finance team to meet deadlines for reporting, financial consolidation, budget preparation, tax filings, and related tasks.Works alongside the manufacturing controller to analyze and compare actual results against budgeted figures.Verifies data accuracy, ensures completeness, and makes necessary corrections to meet deadlines.Develops and enforces internal controls and procedures for financial transactions and budget planning.Assists in the preparation of business reports, financial projections, and yearly budgets.Helps in generating monthly financial statements, ensuring adherence to established accounting principles or financial reporting standards.Actively participates in audit preparation, providing necessary documentation for both financial and compliance audits, and supports audit planning throughout the year.Reviews and audits financial records to ensure adherence to state and federal regulations, coordinating with external auditors to provide required information for annual audits.Assesses contracts to evaluate potential accounting and financial risks.Ensures adherence to local, state, and federal financial regulations.Develops work flow diagrams for accounting processes, creates written procedures, and maintains detailed documentation.Performs monthly reconciliations and detailed analyses of general ledger pletes other duties as assigned or required.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful ApplicantBachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance5+ years of experience in AccountingManufacturing industry experience requiredCPA or MBA preferredExperience in cost and inventory accountingStrong understanding of GAAP, and other regulatory requirementsExcellent analytic, problem-solving, and communication skillsKey attention to detailAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft ExcelProficiency with ERP systemsWhat's on OfferCompetitive compensation packageAnnual discretionary bonus potentialStrong benefits401k matchQuick progression to Accounting Manager within the organizationHighly visible role, partnering with senior leadershipMentorship from the VP of FinanceRemote working opportunities (1 day work from home)Awesome team cultureContactKevin MannaQuote job refJN-012025-6630572

Created: 2025-02-07