
Accounting and Finance Consulting Supervisor
- Chicago, IL
- $85,100-161,700 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Support the AFC team on various accounting projects.
- Demonstrate basic to intermediate knowledge of complex financial accounting concepts.
- Supervise the full accounting cycle, including preparation of journal entries (revenue, accruals), data validation, and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts including intercompany accounts, fixed assets, and inventory.
- Prepare and analyze financial reports to provide insights into the company's financial performance.
- Understand and apply debits and credits, and post journal entries accurately to maintain the general ledger.
- Execute and oversee the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Review and analyze financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets, to provide financial insights and ensure accuracy.
- Supervise, perform and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of all balance sheet account types.
- Oversee payroll accounting and perform related monthly reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
- Demonstrate advanced Microsoft Excel skills to analyze financial data and create detailed financial reports.
- Provide guidance and training to junior accounting staff to ensure consistent application of accounting principles.
- Ensure compliance with all regulations and internal controls by collaborating with auditing services.
- Establish and maintain accounting systems to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Continuously evaluate and enhance accounting processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the year, depending on client needs.
- BS/BA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree.
- 3+ years of experience in a hands-on role involving full cycle accounting with solid experience in financial reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software packages.
- Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and the month-end close processes.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- CPA or equivalent certification.
- Experience with systems implementation and process improvement.