Senior Accountant - Confidential Client (Furniture Industry) at Supplied Talent

Oak Lawn, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Aug, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

01 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

General Ledger Management, Financial Reporting, Month-End Close, Bank Reconciliations, Budgeting & Forecasting, Audit Support, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Analysis, MAS 90 / SAGE 100, Crystal Reports, U.S. GAAP, 3-Way Match Process, Cash Flow Statements, Variance Analysis, ERP Systems

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Location: Chicago, IL Experience Level: Mid–Senior Experience Required: 10 Years Education Level: All education levels considered Job Function: Accounting / Auditing Industry: Furniture Total Positions: 1 Relocation Assistance: No Visa Sponsorship: No Compensation: $80,000–$90,000 per year (Experienced Staff/Senior Accountant, 5–10 years) Position Overview The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the organization’s financial operations, reporting directly to the CFO. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong technical accounting skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in general ledger management, financial reporting, AP/AR oversight, and month‑end close processes within a manufacturing or furniture industry environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting — Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. General Ledger Maintenance — Review, post, and adjust journal entries to ensure accuracy and completeness. Month-End Close — Assist in preparing monthly financials and executing the full month‑end close cycle. Reconciliations — Perform GL and bank reconciliations; reconcile additional financial accounts as needed. Budgeting & Forecasting — Support preparation of budgets and forecasts; analyze variances between actual and projected results. Audit Support — Assist with internal and external audits by gathering documentation and responding to auditor requests. Accounts Payable — Enter vendor payables using a 3‑way match process Maintain vendor account data Identify and resolve vendor discrepancies Process weekly check runs Accounts Receivable — Post cash receipts and apply payments Reconcile credit card transactions Resolve customer discrepancies Contact past‑due customers Financial Analysis — Analyze account balances and transactions to identify discrepancies and resolve issues. ERP & Reporting Tools — Utilize accounting software and ERP systems; MAS 90 / SAGE 100 experience preferred. Crystal Reports is a plus. Cross-Functional Collaboration — Work closely with internal departments to support financial practices and business objectives. Confidentiality & Ethics — Manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. Administrative Support — Provide support for special projects and perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications 10+ years of progressive accounting experience Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger operations Experience with MAS 90 / SAGE 100 preferred High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally Experience in the furniture or manufacturing industry is a plus No direct reports; role reports to the CFO Compensation $80,000–$90,000 per year, depending on experience. This range reflects market compensation for experienced, hands‑on Senior Accountants (5–10 years) in the Chicago area. If you want, I can also create: a shorter Indeed‑optimized version a candidate screening rubric a scorecard a submittal summary template Which one would you like next: Indeed version, screening rubric, or candidate summary template?

Responsibilities

The Senior Accountant supports financial operations by managing the general ledger, executing month-end close processes, and preparing comprehensive financial statements. They are also responsible for overseeing AP/AR functions and providing critical support for budgeting, forecasting, and audits.