Senior Accountant in , Illinois - #73244 | VanderHouwen at VanderHouwen

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Location Waukegan, Illinois Type Direct Hire Post Date 10/05/2026 Description Job Id: 73244 Senior Accountant Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant with a strong foundation in manufacturing accounting to support critical accounting operations across multiple business units. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and comfortable taking ownership of complex reconciliations while bringing a process-improvement mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively in a deadline-driven environment. This role is a hybrid model in Waukegan, IL area. Due to the nature of this role and immediate business needs, we are only considering candidates currently residing in Waukegan, IL and surrounding area. Applicants outside of this area will not be considered. Senior Accountant Responsibilities • Support month-end and quarter-end close activities, including journal entries, account analysis, and balance sheet and income statement reconciliations. • Manage revenue recognition and lease accounting activities, including related calculations, entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. • Support manufacturing and cost accounting activities, including standard costs, cost variances, inventory data, and work-in-progress/project accounting. • Prepare and analyze financial, backlog, bookings, cash, and other operational accounting reports while supporting internal and external audits. • Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, documentation, controls, and overall Finance team efficiency. Senior Accountant Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and solid professional accounting experience within a manufacturing environment. • Hands-on experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition, month-end close, account reconciliations, and journal entries. • Experience with lease accounting, preferably ASC 842, along with exposure to standard costing, inventory, or manufacturing cost accounting. • Public accounting or audit experience is highly preferred, particularly supporting manufacturing, larger organizations, or public companies; CPA and SOX experience are preferred. • Proficiency with Excel, including lookups and pivot tables, and experience working with ERP systems and analyzing large data exports. Salary: $95K–$110K/year + Bonus. (DOE) Benefits Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k. Meet VanderHouwen What kind of recruiter do you see yourself working with? One who prioritizes your best interest, no matter what? VanderHouwen does, and we’re in it for the long game! Our recruiters focus on YOU, building meaningful, long-term relationships while developing a deep understanding of companies’ staffing needs and workplace cultures. This approach helps us find an ideal job match that aligns with your unique career aspirations and goals. VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen places experienced professionals across the nation! Our recruitment teams specialize in either Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Partner with us to land your next exciting career! VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. 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Waukegan, Illinois
Job Id: 73244
Senior Accountant
This role is a hybrid model in Waukegan, IL area.
Due to the nature of this role and immediate business needs, we are only considering candidates currently residing in Waukegan, IL and surrounding area. Applicants outside of this area will not be considered.
Senior Accountant Responsibilities
Support month-end and quarter-end close activities, including journal entries, account analysis, and balance sheet and income statement reconciliations.
Manage revenue recognition and lease accounting activities, including related calculations, entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Support manufacturing and cost accounting activities, including standard costs, cost variances, inventory data, and work-in-progress/project accounting.
Prepare and analyze financial, backlog, bookings, cash, and other operational accounting reports while supporting internal and external audits.
Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, documentation, controls, and overall Finance team efficiency.
Senior Accountant Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and solid professional accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition, month-end close, account reconciliations, and journal entries.
Experience with lease accounting, preferably ASC 842, along with exposure to standard costing, inventory, or manufacturing cost accounting.
Proficiency with Excel, including lookups and pivot tables, and experience working with ERP systems and analyzing large data exports.
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Public accounting or audit experience is highly preferred, particularly supporting manufacturing, larger organizations, or public companies; CPA and SOX experience are preferred.
Salary: $95K–$110K/year + Bonus. (DOE)

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