Senior Accountant (8485)
- Direct Hire
- Location
- Sauget, Illinois, United States
Senior Accountant
Position Overview: Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting to ensure accurate financial reporting, support operational accounting activities, and maintain strong internal controls within a manufacturing or process-driven environment. This role partners closely with operations leadership to analyze costs, improve financial visibility, and support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
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Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
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Perform variance analysis on production costs, labor, inventory, and operational expenses
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Support cost accounting, inventory accounting, and fixed asset reconciliations
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Partner with operations teams to analyze cost drivers and efficiency metrics
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Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
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Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting processes
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Support external audits and compliance requirements
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Assist with inventory valuation and tracking processes
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
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3–6+ years of accounting experience; manufacturing experience preferred
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Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
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Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
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CPA or CPA candidate preferred
Preferred Experience
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Manufacturing, agribusiness, or process industry experience
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Cost accounting and inventory accounting exposure
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Familiarity with commodity-based accounting and operational reporting
Key Competencies
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
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High attention to detail and accuracy
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Ability to communicate financial insights to non-finance teams
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Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
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Continuous improvement mindset