Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsOpportunity to put your stamp on this role and make decisions with direct impactAmple career growth opportunity with a growing multi-million dollar companyAbout Our ClientThis role is with a fast-growing company in the CPG industry, specializing in the production and distribution of food products, with a focus on quality and innovation. They offer a wide range of food items, including canned goods, frozen foods, and snacks. Located near West Loop in Chicago, they are now looking to bring on a Senior Accountant to their growing team! In this position you will be exposed to various areas within the overall accounting operations. You will play a pivotal role in the month-end close process, assist with the budget process, help develop product costs for potential new products, and assist in the analysis of inventory and monthly production variances.Job DescriptionSenior Accountant Responsibilities:Process payroll and manage monthly accrual entriesOversee periodic reporting to lendersReconcile general ledger accounts with monthly statementsManage and maintain the standard cost systemCalculate product costs for potential new product launchesSupport analysis of monthly production variancesContribute to the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes as neededPrepare journal entries and generate various financial reportsAssist with the budgeting and forecasting processHelp review and improve internal controls and policiesSupport bank and external audit proceduresAssist in developing KPIs and profitability metricsPerform other duties as assigned by managementMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (or related field)5+ years of experience in AccountingManufacturing Industry experience requiredCost Accounting and/or Inventory Accounting experience requiredStrong written and verbal communication skillsProficient in Microsoft ExcelERP system experience preferredExceptional attention to detailWhat's on OfferCompetitive compensation packageDiscretionary bonus structureStrong benefitsFast growing companyAmple room to progress your careerHighly visible role, partnering with the ControllerExposure to senior leadershipTons of mentorship and training from the teamAwesome team cultureContactLyndsay DalimonteQuote job refJN-112024-6587541Job summarySectorAccountingSub SectorFinancial AccountingIndustryFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)LocationChicagoContract TypePermanentConsultant nameLyndsay DalimonteJob ReferenceJN-112024-6587541
