Financial Accountant |
Chicago – hybrid, 3 days a week in the office |
$90,000 – $120,000 + Bonus + benefits |
A Financial Accountant role is now available for this global management consulting business who has developed an enviable reputation for advising world-leading corporate and financial institutions around the world. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative and diverse organisation. This is a key role where you can work across the business with senior stakeholders to provide timely and strategic financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities of the Financial Accountant
· Financial close support - Prepare and support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
· Financial statement preparation - Assist in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP requirements.
· Balance sheet reconciliations - Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure accuracy and completeness.
· Budgeting and forecasting support - Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities to support decision-making.
· Audit and control compliance - Support internal and external audit processes while ensuring adherence to internal controls and accounting policies.
Skills & Attributes of the Financial Accountant
· Academic background - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is required.
· CPA exam progression - Active CPA candidate or part-qualified CPA with demonstrable exam progress is preferred but not essential.
· Accounting experience - 2+ years of relevant accounting or financial accounting experience within a large corporate environment.
· Technical accounting knowledge - Strong understanding of US GAAP, with experience using ERP systems and advanced Excel functionality.
· Analytical and communication skills - High attention to detail, strong analytical capability, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders.
Applications only considered from those eligible to live & work in the US without restriction.
Harcourt Matthews is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Harcourt Matthews and this organisation are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics under federal, Illinois, or Chicago law. Reasonable accommodations are provided during the recruitment process.
Ref: BHJOB3543_6041