Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
Develop and maintain internal control structures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with GAAP.
Implement workflow improvements within the ERP system to increase efficiency in transaction processing.
Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, fixed assets, cost accounting, and sales tax compliance.
Work with external stakeholders such as auditors, third-party contractors, and the parent company.
Assist with ad-hoc projects and tasks as necessary.

Requirements

4+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with at least one year in a supervisory or management role.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Able to commute to the office in Chicago
CPA certification or actively pursuing CPA license is strongly preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling).
Demonstrated experience with Quickbooks.
In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
FSA
life insurance
matching retirement plan
generous paid time off
Purple Carrot box delivery credits
professional development

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial close processesinternal control structuresGAAPworkflow improvementsgeneral ledger maintenancefixed assetscost accountingsales tax compliancefinancial modelingpivot tables

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillsproblem-solving

Certifications

CPA certificationactively pursuing CPA license