Lead Accountant

• Assist with month-end close duties
• Perform consolidation checks
• Assist with maintaining the general ledger
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Identify process improvements and procedures
• Collaborate with business units to develop company cash reconciliation
• Assist with inter-company out-of-balance reconciliation process
• Provide accounting support when needed

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Remote working opportunities (1-2 days work from home)Amazing collaborative team culture

To be considered for this Lead Accountant position:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 4+ years of experience in Accounting
• Manufacturing, distribution, or related industry experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge
• Knowledge of GAAP

I'm partnered with the CFO at a multi-billion dollar, manufacturing organization located near Itasca, IL. This company is one of the largest businesses in North America in their niche market and is growing through acquisitions. They're now looking to bring on a Lead Accountant to their Corporate team to oversee multi-entity financial reporting.

In this role, you'll report directly to the Director of Accounting and take ownership of key accounting functions. You'll support all the entities underneath the parent company and gain great experience in the consolidations field

• Competitive compensation package
• Strong benefits
• Hybrid work schedule (1-2 days work from home)
• Fast growing company
• Opportunities for career growth
• Highly visible role, partnering with Controller
• Tons of mentorship and training from the team
• Awesome team culture