Senior Accountant

Vedder Prices Chicago office is seeking a dynamic and ambitious Senior Accountant to join our team collaborating closely with our Management team (Controller FP&A Director and CFO) to assess propose and drive the adoption of optimal practices in our daily operations. This role presents a unique opportunity for a highly motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and strategic thinking to contribute significantly to our growth. As the Senior Accountant you will play a pivotal role as a key member of our team leading crucial tasks such as maintaining the general ledger reviewing and preparing monthly financial statements conducting reconciliations and analyses of general ledger accounts overseeing monthly partner draws and distribution schedules providing mentorship to the staff accountant and shouldering additional responsibilities outlined below. This position is ideal for someone who is eager to advance their career.

As the Senior Accountant your duties will include but not be limited to :

• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Generate and present financial reports to management and other stakeholders.
• Prepare quarterly reports as required by bank lending agreements.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and / or review manual and automated journal entries.
• Conduct in-depth financial analyses to support decision-making.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and work with CFO Controller Practice Leaders and Department Directors.
• Prepare monthly partner draws and quarterly distribution schedules ensuring timely submission to payroll including reviewing and reconciling withholding payments personal expenses and capital contributions.
• Oversee the fixed assets accounting ensuring accurate recording tracking monthly and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly Balance Sheet accounts reconciliations.
• Work with Risk Department to implement and monitor internal controls and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and corporate policies.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during audits.
• Address audit findings and implement recommended improvements.

Skills & Competencies :

Qualifications & Required Experience :

Computer Skills :

To perform this job successfully an individual must be proficient in the following software :

Compensation Range : $83000 / yr. to $95000 / yr.

At Vedder Price we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes :

Join Vedder Price and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race color gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations) medical condition protected veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

General Ledger Reconciliation,Accounting Software,Account Analysis,GAAP,Journal Entries,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Account Reconciliation,SOX,Microsoft Dynamics GP,NetSuite

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Accounting

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1