Senior Staff Accountant Job at Abercrombie & Kent USA, Downers Grove, IL

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  • Abercrombie & Kent USA
  • Downers Grove, IL

Job Description

Position Summary

Responsible for all monthly financial reporting and variance analysis. Ensure the monthly closing cycle is completed accurately and within given deadlines. Work with external audit and tax representatives to complete annual financial audit and corporate tax returns. Assist with the annual budget and quarterly forecasting process. Also responsible for reviewing monthly account reconciliations and other areas assigned by the Controller.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Responsible for all monthly financial reporting and variance analysis, including group reporting as well as distribution of monthly department financials.
  • Ensure monthly close cycle is completed within given deadlines and that all required journal entries are recorded in the proper month utilizing the appropriate accounting and analysis codes.
  • Assist in the annual budget and quarterly forecasting process.
  • Review and/or prepare all audit and tax schedules and serve as liaison with external representatives to ensure successful completion of the annual financial audit and corporate tax return.
  • Review all monthly account reconciliations, with reconciling items cleared within one month.
  • Take a lead role in financial system implementations and maintenance as well as ongoing review and identification of system and process improvements.
  • Assist Controller with setup and maintenance of the general ledger accounting system.
  • Other areas as assigned by the Controller.

Skills and Abilities

  • Good knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; advanced MS Excel skills required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and deliver on expectations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Previous experience working with accounting software.
  • Strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to read/write/speak in English.

Requirements

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.
  • CPA or MBA required. CPA preferred.
  • A minimum of 3 years relevant experience.

Benefits

Benefits

  • A&K offers a large portfolio of competitive benefits to all eligible, full-time employees. Some benefits are provided at no cost to the employee, such as group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and travel discounts through the use of an IATAN Travel Professional card. Other elective benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental life insurance, pre-tax healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours,

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