Senior Corporate Accountant
Job ID: 41592
Sector: Accounting
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 10/15/2025
Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing spin-off from a global manufacturing leader that is looking for a Senior Corporate Accountant to join their team! This newly created role offers the opportunity to be part of a lean, high-impact corporate accounting team during a transformational period. With a strong projected growth path, you’ll gain significant exposure to leadership and cross-functional teams while contributing to the foundation of an independent, publicly traded company.
Highlights:
- Newly created role within a high-growth spin-off
- High-impact visibility across corporate and business unit leaders
- Lean, entrepreneurial team with room to shape best practices
- Reports to a highly experienced VP, Corporate Controller
Compensation Range: $80,000 – $105,000+ base, depending on experience + 15-20% bonus
Work Arrangements: Hybrid 4 days/week onsite in the near Northwest suburbs of Chicago
Responsibilities:
- Lead preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly close activities for the corporate ledger
- Manage corporate expense reporting and assist with accounts payable coordination
- Oversee global lease accounting in accordance with US GAAP
- Assist in the preparation of SEC filings and external reporting deliverables
- Serve as a liaison to external auditors during quarterly reviews and year-end audits
- Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Investor Relations, and Legal teams
- Execute ad hoc financial projects and analysis for senior leadership
Requirements:
- At least 2 years of accounting experience, ideally in public accounting or corporate environments
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA preferred)
- Familiarity with US GAAP and financial reporting standards
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset