Senior Accountant
The Accountant will support general ledger activities, financial reporting, reconciliations, and analysis, while collaborating with Finance and Operations to ensure accurate and timely financial results. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Client Details We're partnered with a mid‑sized manufacturing company in the Bartlett, IL area seeking a well‑rounded Accountant to support core accounting processes, month‑end close, and financial reporting. This role offers strong visibility across the organization and the opportunity to contribute to ongoing process improvements within a stable, growth‑oriented company. Description Manage month‑end close activities including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and variance analysis. Maintain the general ledger and support preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements. Assist in developing and analyzing budget vs. actual reporting and management financial dashboards. Support AP/AR review, fixed assets, and other core accounting functions as needed. Prepare internal management reports and support financial accuracy across the organization. Participate in process improvement initiatives and contribute to stronger controls and reporting efficiency. Assist with external audits and preparation of required schedules. Profile Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 2-5 years of accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing company or similar industry Strong knowledge of US GAAP, reconciliations, and month‑end close. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, LOOKUPs, SUMIF/S, etc.). ERP system experience-SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Infor, JD Edwards, Netsuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or comparable. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate with both finance and non‑finance teams. Job Offer Base Salary: $75,000-$85,000 Bonus: Annual, based on performance Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO. MPI 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.
