Senior Accountant

Our growing, privately held construction company is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to serve and support the Controller, General Manager and CEO. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in accounting and have experience of being responsible for maintaining the books and records in a fast-paced business environment. Also, the ideal candidate will have exhibited skills with an analytical mindset, high attention to detail, and excellent communication with team members across departments. Opportunity for growth.

Position: Senior Accountant

Type: Full-time

Location: Lemont, IL-onsite

Pay range: $90,000-$100,000

Responsibilities for this position:

• General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Journal Entries: Prepare and post journal entries for various accounting transactions, ensuring proper supporting documentation.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, adhering to GAAP principles. Also, create and maintain periodic profitability statements for each business division.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist with annual budget process and periodic updates to budget to provide forecasts.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Review customer invoicing and accounts receivable aging and assist in collections efforts when necessary. Review vendor invoices and expense reports from the Accounts Payable Specialist for completeness and ensure timely payment.
• Bank Reconciliation: Perform monthly bank reconciliations to verify the accuracy of transactions and resolve discrepancies.
• Expense Analysis: Conduct regular analysis of expense variances, providing insights to management for cost control and decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Fixed Assets Management: Track and record fixed assets, including expense assignment and depreciation calculations.
• Tax Compliance: Assist in preparing documentation for tax filings, ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations.
• Audit Support: Lead the annual audit process, working with external auditors and providing necessary financial documentation and support.

Qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in accounting, construction experience and some public accounting experience is a plus.
• Cost accounting experience a plus
• Self-starter with strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to be ‘hands-on’ and work as a team player.
• Demonstrated accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Experience with QuickBooks preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both writing and verbal
• Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets, including Pivot tables and advanced formulas
• Demonstrated successful use of technology to improve process efficiency.

What sets us apart:

• Competitive pay and benefit package
• 401K
• Work-life balance
• Paid Time Off
• Brand new & modern office
• Casual dress code
• Positive work culture
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Cutting-edge projects and innovative solutions
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture

If you’re ready to embark on this exciting journey with us, we want to hear from you! Join us in creating a positive and exciting work environment.

Donegal Services is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.