Job Description
Are you an analytical professional looking to accelerate your career within a high-growth financial firm? Summit Financial Partners is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our elite team in downtown Chicago.
In this role, you will be the backbone of our financial operations, ensuring precision in our reporting and driving strategic insights for our executive stakeholders. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for fiscal integrity, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full-cycle month-end close process, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable workflows to ensure optimal cash flow management.
- Coordinate with external auditors for annual tax filings and financial reviews.
- Develop and maintain internal control processes to mitigate financial risks.
- Analyze variance reports and provide actionable insights to management.
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and rolling financial forecasts.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in corporate accounting.
- CPA certification or actively pursuing licensure.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Macros).
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Sage Intacct.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.