Senior Staff Accountant - Belcan

Job Title: Senior Staff Accountant Pay Rate: Up to $66.67/hr DoE Location: Deerfield, ILZIP Code: 60015Start Date: Right AwayJob Type: Contract - 6 months Keywords: #AccountingJobs #PharmaceuticalIndustry JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:* General accounting for US and Canada to include month-end close, entry preparation, reconciliations, support audit request, and GAAP reporting, as required.* Prepare and/or review monthly account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts ensuring financial records are maintained in compliance with company policy; review, investigate, and resolve accounting errors, discrepancies, and reconciling items.* Analyze accounts, understand where adjustments are needed and prepares journal entries, and monthly account reconciliations following success criteria.* Design and complete summaries, supplementals and reports as needed.* Execute specific analysis and transactions (i.e., cash, leases and fixed assets).* Responsible for daily management of general ledger activities.* Assist in documentation and monitoring of internal controls and participate in SOX testing.* Support management through data collection, analysis and special projects.* Assist with financial, tax and other audits.* Other duties as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor"s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field* 5+ years related experience in an accounting role; working in multinational company environment preferred* Owns results - takes failures as learning opportunities to improve and create standard work* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; expert in Excel pivot tables, VLOOKUP, sum-if & higher-level functions, etc.* Working knowledge of GAAP and SOX* Desired software expertise: SAP, Blackline* CPA a plus* Must be self-motivating and self-sufficient with a positive outlook and focused on quality work; plan day in an organized manner and pays attention to details and accuracy* Capacity to plan, organize, & complete projects on time. * Ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and deadlines* Action oriented individual who is highly proactive at solving problems and obtaining results. * Able to work independently after initial instructions and looks for process improvements.* Additional hours may be required during close cycles* Excited for a new opportunity and to excel in their careerIf you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.comEOE/F/M/Disability/Veterans