Senior Accoutant

Senior Accountant

Location: Burr Ridge, IL Schedule: Hybrid, 3 days onsite Anticipated Salary: $110,000-$120,000 base + 15% bonus

• Are you a Senior Auditor ready to transition from public accounting into industry?
• Do you enjoy improving processes and solving problems rather than simply following established procedures?
• Are you looking for a role where you can work with senior leadership and make a measurable impact on the business?

Position Summary LHH is partnering with a growing organization in the western suburbs of Chicago to identify a Senior Accountant for a newly created position.

This role combines corporate accounting, inventory oversight, process improvement, and cross-functional partnership. The Senior Accountant will have significant autonomy and visibility while working closely with accounting leadership, operations, warehouse teams, and executive management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Auditor looking to transition from public accounting into industry or an experienced corporate accountant who enjoys taking ownership and improving processes.

Responsibilities

• Improve inventory accounting
• Strengthen internal controls
• Oversee cycle counts
• Analyze inventory activity
• Prepare journal entries
• Complete reconciliations
• Support month-end close
• Partner with operations
• Resolve accounting discrepancies
• Improve accounting processes
• Support automation initiatives

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of accounting experience
• Public accounting audit experience
• Senior-level audit experience preferred
• Strong general accounting knowledge
• Month-end close experience
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Independent problem-solving ability
• Comfortable working cross-functionally
• CPA preferred
• Big Four experience preferred
• Inventory exposure a plus

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Excellent transition from public accounting
• High visibility with senior leadership
• Significant ownership and autonomy
• Direct impact on business performance
• Cross-functional exposure
• Process improvement opportunities
• Career advancement potential
• Systems and automation exposure
• Flexibility once established

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range is $110,000-$120,000, plus a 15% bonus. Compensation will vary based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical and prescription coverage
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Healthcare and dependent care FSAs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness resources
• Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discount program

Benefits eligibility begins 30 days from the date of hire for eligible employees.

Interested in Learning More?

For immediate consideration or a confidential conversation, contact:

Michelle Barnard Executive Recruiter, LHH Email: michelle.barnard@lhh.com Phone: 312-453-8061 Schedule an interview: Book time with LHH/Michelle Barnard

Candidates are welcome to call, email, or schedule time directly on my calendar for a confidential conversation.

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Pay Details: $110,000.00 to $120,000.00 per year

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