Senior Accountant - Confidential Client (Furniture Industry)

Location: Chicago, IL
Experience Level: Mid–Senior
Experience Required: 10 Years
Education Level: All education levels considered
Job Function: Accounting / Auditing
Industry: Furniture
Total Positions: 1
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship: No
Compensation: $80,000–$90,000 per year (Experienced Staff/Senior Accountant, 5–10 years)

Position Overview

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the organization’s financial operations, reporting directly to the CFO. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong technical accounting skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in general ledger management, financial reporting, AP/AR oversight, and month‑end close processes within a manufacturing or furniture industry environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting — Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• General Ledger Maintenance — Review, post, and adjust journal entries to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Month-End Close — Assist in preparing monthly financials and executing the full month‑end close cycle.
• Reconciliations — Perform GL and bank reconciliations; reconcile additional financial accounts as needed.
• Budgeting & Forecasting — Support preparation of budgets and forecasts; analyze variances between actual and projected results.
• Audit Support — Assist with internal and external audits by gathering documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Accounts Payable —
• Enter vendor payables using a 3‑way match process
• Maintain vendor account data
• Identify and resolve vendor discrepancies
• Process weekly check runs
• Accounts Receivable —
• Post cash receipts and apply payments
• Reconcile credit card transactions
• Resolve customer discrepancies
• Contact past‑due customers
• Financial Analysis — Analyze account balances and transactions to identify discrepancies and resolve issues.
• ERP & Reporting Tools — Utilize accounting software and ERP systems; MAS 90 / SAGE 100 experience preferred. Crystal Reports is a plus.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration — Work closely with internal departments to support financial practices and business objectives.
• Confidentiality & Ethics — Manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Administrative Support — Provide support for special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger operations
• Experience with MAS 90 / SAGE 100 preferred
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
• Experience in the furniture or manufacturing industry is a plus
• No direct reports; role reports to the CFO

Compensation

$80,000–$90,000 per year, depending on experience.
This range reflects market compensation for experienced, hands‑on Senior Accountants (5–10 years) in the Chicago area.