Senior Accountant - Rapidly Growing, Global Company - Michael Page
About Our Client
My client is a rapidly growing, global catering company that partners with big name players such as Delta Airlines. Located near Glenview, they are seeking a Senior Accountant to join due to the immense growth they are experiencing.
In this newly created role, you will have full ownership of the Accounting & Finance function with the training and support of the local General Manager (who has a controlling background) and Regional Director. As the Senior Accountant, you will be a key driver in improving efficiency and profitability of the business as well.
Job Description
Senior Accountant Responsibilities:
- Prepare, review, and present financial reports and budgets throughout the year.
- Inform management about significant variances and their effects on operations.
- Develop forecasts and budgets on a monthly and annual basis as needed.
- Manage and reconcile fixed assets with the unit's general ledger.
- Oversee the competitive bidding process, identify accounting and financial issues, and propose timely solutions.
- Monitor and authorize all purchases, expenses, salaries, sales, and payments.
- Analyze financial data and recommend actions to enhance profitability.
- Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, and coordinate and delegate tasks to accounting staff as required.
- Supervise Billing, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payables, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
- Ensure internal control over revenues, assets, and liabilities, and maintain accounts according to standardized systems.
- Guarantee accurate accounting and timely financial reporting to management.
- Assess departmental performance and adjust operations as necessary to achieve overall goals and objectives.
- Create strong relationships with clients, vendors, banking institutions, auditors, and other stakeholders.
MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance (or related field)
- 5+ years of experience in Accounting
- Manufacturing industry experience nice to have
- Familiarity with inventory process
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge (V-Lookup, pivot tables, macros, complex formulas)
- Software system experience (Microsoft Navision nice to have)
- Competitive compensation package
- Bonus potential
- Strong benefits
- Ample room to progress your career long-term
- Global exposure
- Rapidly growing organization
- Highly visible role, working directly with the Regional Director and General Manager
- Closely knit, family feel environment and culture
Apply now and your resume will be considered within 24 hours!