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Senior Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing

Aurora, IL · Posted November 5, 2026

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Senior Accountant

Salary: $85K-$105K This is a hybrid schedule

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Clear path to growth • Direct mentorship and exposure to the Controller and CFO • Hybrid schedule with only 2 days onsite after training • Join a company with excellent employee retention and a strong culture • Leadership team values employee feedback and ideas • Stable organization supporting government and defense-related customers • Flexible environment with minimal micromanagement • Strong benefits package including immediate 401(k) vesting and generous PTO

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant:

• Manage fixed assets, related reconciliations, and asset documentation • Perform project accounting, reconciliations, labor postings, and journal entries • Support month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and financial reporting • Oversee key accounts receivable functions including invoicing, cash application, and collections • Assist with accounts payable processing, check runs, and expense management • Document and improve accounting processes and work instructions

Qualifications for the Senior Accountant:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred • 5-7+ years of accounting experience, preferably within manufacturing • Fixed assets and project accounting experience required • Oracle or large ERP system experience preferred

$85K-$105K

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