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Senior Accountant

The Bolton Group
Darien, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at The Bolton Group?

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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant. This role will play a key part in financial reporting, close processes, cost accounting support, and process automation using advanced Excel skills. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment, and the ability to streamline reporting through macros and automation.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
  • Produce accurate financial statements and management reporting
  • Build and maintain advanced Excel models, dashboards, and automated reports using macros / VBA
  • Improve and streamline accounting and reporting processes through automation and system enhancements
  • Assist with internal and external audits and ensure SOX/internal control compliance
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 4–8 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Manufacturing, Logistics, and/or distribution industry experience required
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP, month-end close, and financial reporting
  • Advanced Excel skills required (macros, VBA, complex formulas, pivot tables)
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, or similar)
  • CPA or progress toward CPA strongly preferred


What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and bonus potential
  • Growth opportunities within finance leadership
  • Exposure to operations and executive leadership
  • Comprehensive benefits and mostly remote flexibility

Salary : $95,000 - $120,000

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