Senior Accountant
Chicago, IL
Medical & Healthcare
Full Time Regular
Blue Signal Search
Senior Accountant
Our client, a leader in the evidence-based healthcare industry, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and finance, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for accuracy. This role will be instrumental in maintaining financial integrity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to long-term financial strategies.
This Role Offers:
• Be part of a dynamic and inclusive team, united by a shared mission to bring positive change.
• Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401K, and more.
• Holiday pay and Paid time off along with corporate wellness perks.
• Experience the flexibility of a work environment that supports a healthy work-life balance.
Focus:
• Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close processes.
• Collaborate with payroll and finance teams to streamline processes and maintain accuracy.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions such as VLOOKUPs and pivot tables to analyze and present data.
• Provide support in financial audits and ensure adherence to GAAP standards.
• Assist in the implementation and improvement of accounting processes and software systems.
Skill Set:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Proficiency in cloud-based accounting solutions and automated payroll platforms is highly valued.
• Advanced Excel skills are essential, including proficiency with VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• In-depth understanding of GAAP and its application in daily accounting task.
• Proven experience in managing audits, financial statement preparation, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.
About Blue Signal:
Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in finance & accounting recruiting. We have a strong reputation for finding top talent in private equity, asset management, financial services, FinTech, and accounting leadership. Learn more at bit.ly/3IKiOzm
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