Description: A manufacturing company in Chicago is hiring for a Sr. Accountant as they expand their accounting department. This person will have an important role on the team, focusing on accounting process optimization, and will assist in building out a larger, more dynamic accounting team in the years to come.

What will you be doing?

• Manage general ledger account reconciliations during regular closing procedures, including oversight and direct execution..

• Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for essential accounting functions and collaborate with staff to refine and optimize routine processes.

• Enhance and supervise current accounting processes to integrate automation for improved efficiency and effectiveness.

• Support all corporate audits and ensure compliance with audit requirements.

• Collaborate with the IT department to lead the planning, execution, and assessment of accounting technologies, aiming for enhancements aligned with established objectives.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelors degree required. Advanced degree or CPA preferred

• 5-10+ years of accounting experience

• Previous experience with managing accounting automation

• Intermediate to Advanced level Microsoft Access experience

Why work here?

• Above market-rate salary scale and competitive benefits package

• Mid-sized company with small company feel, very limited bureaucracy.

• New ideas and perspectives are encouraged amongst this team, your input will not only be heard, but respected

  About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.