Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to elevate your career? Apex Financial Solutions is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join our high-growth team in Chicago. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining financial integrity, streamlining our month-end close processes, and providing actionable insights to our leadership team. We pride ourselves on a culture of excellence, innovation, and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full-cycle month-end close process, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to drive budget accuracy and variance analysis.
- Oversee accounts payable/receivable functions and improve payment processing workflows.
- Coordinate with external auditors for annual tax filings and financial audits.
- Implement process improvements to reduce financial reporting cycle time.
- Assist in the preparation of cash flow forecasts and ad-hoc financial reporting.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA license or candidate currently pursuing certification is highly preferred.
- 4+ years of progressive accounting experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, Macros).
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or QuickBooks Online.
- Strong understanding of US GAAP principles and internal control frameworks.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.