Senior Accountant

Brailsford & Dunlavey (B&D) is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing accounting and finance team?an opportunity for an intellectually curious accounting professional who enjoys solving complex problems, improving systems, and contributing to a fast-evolving organization.

Located in Chicago, IL (Hybrid) and also open to candidates in Washington, DC (Hybrid)

The Opportunity

At B&D, we lead the planning, development, and management of the places that shape and strengthen communities. As the firm continues to grow and evolve, our accounting and finance team plays a critical role in supporting operational excellence, scalability, compliance, and strategic decision-making across the organization.

The Senior Accountant will support many aspects of the corporate financial close and reporting process, including multi-entity consolidations, technical accounting, financial analysis, and process optimization. This role will also support newly acquired entities and assist in strengthening internal controls, improving workflows, and modernizing accounting operations.

The Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for someone who wants more than transactional accounting work. We are looking for a professional who is energized by technical accounting, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration?someone who brings strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the confidence to operate in a visible role with exposure to senior leadership.

The ideal candidate is naturally inquisitive, adaptable, and interested in how emerging technologies, automation, and AI can improve accounting operations and decision-making. This is an opportunity to help shape scalable accounting processes within a dynamic, multi-entity environment while continuing to grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities across multiple legal entities

• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

• Assist with multi-entity consolidations, intercompany accounting, eliminations, and cost allocations

• Support technical accounting matters and ensure proper application of U.S. GAAP, including areas such as:

• ASC 606 Revenue Recognition

• ASC 842 Leases

• ASC 470 Debt

• ASC 350 Intangibles

• ASC 805 Business Combinations

• Perform accounting related to internally developed software, including capitalization, amortization, and impairment analysis

• Assist with revenue recognition processes, deferred revenue, write-offs, recoveries, and financial flux analysis

• Support billing and contract oversight activities through contract review and billing term setup

• Investigate accounting anomalies, analyze non-routine transactions, and document findings

• Prepare audit workpapers and support external audit requests and inquiries

• Assist with compliance-related activities including registrations and tax-related requirements

• Develop and improve accounting controls, policies, procedures, and process documentation

• Support process improvement initiatives focused on automation, efficiency, and scalability, including evaluating opportunities to leverage AI-assisted tools and emerging technologies

• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, HR, and leadership teams across the organization

• Assist with onboarding and integration activities for newly acquired entities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor?s degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and corporate accounting principles
• Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting processes
• Advanced Excel skills preferred
• Experience working in multi-entity or complex organizational environments preferred
• Familiarity with Workday or similar ERP/accounting systems preferred
• Interest in process improvement, automation, and emerging technologies, including AI-assisted tools
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and leadership levels
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• High attention to detail, professionalism, and discretion with confidential information

What Makes B&D Different?

• A mission-driven organization focused on meaningful community impact
• A collaborative culture grounded in curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Strong mentorship, leadership development, and professional growth opportunities
• Exposure to strategic initiatives and senior leadership
• Top-tier benefits such as: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and prescription premiums. cell phone reimbursement, targeted 7% employer contribution 401(K) plan, paid time off, and much more!

Apply Today!

To help us get to know you, our application process includes a resume, an optional (recommended) cover letter, and a few short essential questions. A brief video introduction is also available to complete either at the time of application or later in the process if requested, based on your preference.

This role's target base annual salary range is currently $90,000-105,000. Pay scales are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education, experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate, and pay relative to other team members.

The company benefits listed above are a summary of the benefits. Specific details, availability, and eligibility requirements apply in accordance with company policies.

Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. participates in E-Verify.