Senior Accountant Opportunity

24 hours ago


Chicago IL United States Gilder Search Group Full time
Senior Accountant Opportunity - highly acquisitive industry leader Buckingham Search -Chicago, IL

Overview

Our client is a national leader in automotive collision repair, and they are seeking a Senior Accountant to play a key role on the continued build-out of their accounting function. The company itself is well-established and has been around for over 20 years; recent investment funding has sparked huge growth and made it possible for the company to focus of developing its team and processes.

This is a newly created role due to the growth the company is experiencing. What’s exciting about the opportunity is that you will see a ton of variety in your day-to-day tasks. As the Senior Accountant, you will work closely with general ledger management, budgeting & forecasting, internal controls, audit support, financial reporting, and process improvement.

The company has around 500 locations nationwide, has acquired 300 locations in the last ~5 years, and is approximately $3 billion in revenue

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the general ledger and ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.
  • Conduct regular account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
  • Collaborate with department heads to develop and monitor annual budgets.
  • Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts.
  • Implement and monitor internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
  • Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
  • Streamline accounting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Provide meaningful variance analysis and insights to senior management.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Accounting or Finance
  • Strong communicator, capable of working with peers and senior management
  • Strong analytical thinker
  • Independent, self-starter that works well in team environment
  • Capable of quickly adapting to change
  • Proficiency in MS Office products – intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Excel
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Deep understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties
  • Ability to work cross functionally and act as a liaison with all levels or organization and external business partnerships
  • Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments
  • Debt/Lender management preferred
  • Previous private equity experience a plus
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