Senior Accountant - Glendale Heights, IL, United States - Michael Page

    Michael Page
    Michael Page Glendale Heights, IL, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    Our client is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team as their Chicago branch continues to grow Reporting to the Controller with tons of visibility to the CFO, you will be responsible for full ownership of the month-end close process for their most profitable branch, identifying process improvements and procedures within the accounting department.

    My favorite client is a prominent transportation company operating in the Americas region and looking to add a Senior Accountant to their accounting team.

    With a strong presence and reputation in the industry, they offer a comprehensive range of freight solutions based of their client's need.

    Leveraging their extensive network nationally and globally, they efficiently manages the movement of goods across various modes of transportation, including warehousing, intermodel, and air.

    They are known for their customer-centric approach by consistently delivering reliable, cost-effective, and timely services, catering to diverse industries and ensuring seamless global connectivity.

    Manage monthly close process
    Journal Entries and General Ledgers
    Monthly and quarterly reconciliations
    ERP system implementation
    Process improvements
    Assist the Financial Controller and Senior Management in strategic planning
    Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business
    ~ 2+ years of experience in Accounting
    ~ Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge (V-Lookup, pivot tables, macros, complex formulas)
    ~ Ample room to progress your career internally or within one of their business units
    Collaborating with the CFO and senior leadership
    Mentorship and training from the team

    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.