Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the company’s financial reporting. This position is responsible for leading key aspects of the month-end close process, preparing and reviewing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and delivering insightful financial analysis. The ideal candidate is dedicated and results driven, combining strong technical accounting expertise with analytical skills and attention to detail, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.What you’ll do:Month-End CloseAssist with the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.Prepare financial statements for review, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards.Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather required financial data and resolve discrepancies.Monitor close timelines and proactively identify and resolve issues.Assist with interim and year-end audit requirements.Continuously improve and streamline the close process through automation and process enhancements.Journal Entries & Intercompany BillingPrepare and post complex journal entries, including accruals, deferrals, reclassifications, and adjustments.Ensure all entries are properly supported with appropriate documentation and audit trails.Review entries prepared by other team members for accuracy and completeness.Prepare intercompany billing.Maintain and enforce internal controls over journal entry processes.Balance Sheet & Account ReconciliationsPerform balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly basis for review by management.Perform reconciliations related to intercompany billing, payroll, and revenue to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and financial reporting requirements.Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.Ensure all reconciliations are properly documented for audit trail purposes.Identify and escalate unusual or high-risk items to management.Financial AnalysisWork on union payroll prevailing wage issues to ensure proper compliance.Analyze actual financial results and variances to identify trends and investigate unusual issues.Provide actionable insights to management on trends, risks, and opportunities.Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing historical analysis and recommendations.Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed.What you’ll need:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.3–5 years of accounting experience with a strong month-end close mindset.Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting processes.Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Strong Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.Process improvement mindset with the ability to streamline workflows and identify efficiencies.High level of integrity, accountability, initiative, and professionalism.Founded in 1912, Continental Electrical Construction Company (CECCO) is the number one electrical construction company in Chicago and its suburbs, as well as one of the largest in the Midwest. Dozens of landmark structures bear our imprint. From high rises to health care facilities, factories to financial centers, data centers to educational facilities, hotels to recreational and shopping centers, Continental satisfies all electrical construction needs.Working for Continental Electrical Construction Company (CECCO) provides:Assistance, tools, and resources for successA collaborative, engaging, and respectful workplaceFulfilling career opportunities and skills developmentA values-based working environment: E: Everyone UnitedN: Nurture CommunicationE: Enforce AccountabilityR: Relationships MatterG: Growth and DevelopmentY: You Make the DifferenceContinental Electrical Construction Company (CECCO) offers a competitive salary that may vary based on the scope and responsibilities of the role and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills. We also offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; profit sharing; retirement benefits; company-provided life and disability insurance; generous paid time off; paid holidays; parental leave; volunteer time off; tuition assistance; Employee Assistance Program; and company-subsidized wellness programs.Continental Electrical Construction Company (CECCO) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military status, arrest or conviction record, source of income, or credit history.