Great opportunity to work as the right hand person to the Assistant Controller of this growing company located inside the loop. This position will offer a solid base salary and a full benefits package. Direct hire position!

The Accountant will have a hands-on role in corporate accounting functions, financial reporting, month-end close process, year-end audit, compliance and reporting issues. This position is an excellent opportunity and career path for a goal oriented individual.

Responsibilities-Accountant Position

· Enforce policies and procedures for financial and accounting processes across all business units.

· Work with Corporate Controller/Asst. Controller to establish and implement short and long-range departmental goals and objectives.

· Responsible for the month end close process

· Review general ledger and posting of monthly journal entries

· Perform account analysis and reconciliations

· Accurate and timely preparation of financial statements

· Establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and practices

· Responsible for monitoring the fixed asset system

· Assist in preparing annual business unit and departmental budgets

· Property tax renditions and scheduled accruals

· Coordinate quarterly reviews and year-end audit with external auditors

· Act as the accounting liaison with business unit GM's and their staff

· Perform financial statement analysis

· Assist the Corporate Controller/Asst. Controller with special projects

Additional required skills:

· BBA in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent experience in Accounting

· 2 to 3 years experience in all aspects of accounting and financial reporting

· Proficient in MS Office Suite (specifically Excel and Word)

· Great Plains software a plus

· Self starter with high initiative level

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to learn fast, manage simultaneous projects under tight schedules, relaxed under pressure

· Good interpersonal skills

· Can work independently and in a team environment

· Limited travel as needed

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Company offers full benefits package inclusive of but not limited to health insurance (medical, dental, vision), supplemental life, STD, LTD, FSA, 401K with employer match, and education assistance.