Senior Accountant / Analyst

Unilock Chicago, Inc.
Senior Accountant / Analyst
Aurora, IL

What you could expect

Excellent opportunity to join a company with a great culture where people are valued.  The person in this role will gain exposure to many aspects of accounting and finance, as well as be expected to provide input and recommendations.  Reporting to the Controller, this position is highly visible to senior management and will be part of a dynamic team.  You would be joining a team that values safety/health, integrity, passion, energy, diversity, ideas, and creative solutions.  The successful candidate will live in both the big picture as well as in the details, desire to make an impact, and work well on a team and individually.

 What you’ll do

• Perform month-end close including journal entry preparation, Balance Sheet reconciliations, and lead P&L review calls with Plant and Sales Managers
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including variance analysis
• Recommend and develop process improvements and suggest recommendations to business or financial problems
• Conduct various aspects of Inventory Management and Control
• Perform Cycle Counts of Finished Goods
• Post production of Finished Goods; research and resolve discrepancies
• Track and enter inventory adjustments

• Prepare various local and corporate reports in accordance with the monthly/quarterly/annual schedules
• Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
• Review and approve internal and no-charge billings
• Calculate and submit monthly Sales & Use tax filings
• Partner with department heads on the creation of an annual budget
• Assist in financial audit preparation (internal and external)
• Cross-train on functions performed by other members of the Accounting team
• Build effective relationships with all levels of management and employees within the company
• Perform other responsibilities as needs arise

 What you need to succeed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• A minimum of 7 years experience in accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and financial data analysis
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and accuracy
• Possess a knack for improving processes
• Passion and curiosity to learn and stretch your talents
• Planning, organizing, and prioritizing abilities
• Spirit of collaboration
• Excellent Excel skills

Great to have’s

• CPA / CMA
• Manufacturing background
• Proficient with ERP & FP&A systems (we use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Adaptive)

 What we offer you

• Health Benefits start beginning of the month following the start date
• 401k Matching, Life Insurance, HSA, FSA
• Reimbursements for Wellness and Gym Membership
• Frequent lunches, free Unilock swag, charitable contribution matching
• Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s holidays