Job Description
Qualifications
7 years of general ledger Accounting experience with mid-to-large-size companies
Thorough working knowledge of GAAP
Advanced knowledge of MS Office products, Excel, Word and PowerPoint (VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables)
Benefits
Company equipment(laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse headset) will be provided directly to you for use during employment
Cross Country offers a competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness program, including Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Voluntary Insurance, 401(k) plan, Tuition Assistance, and Pet Insurance
The company offers a variety of Wellness options through Burnalong, which offers a robust online platform of classes and programs as well as local gym access
Responsibilities
The Senior Accountant II has a thorough working knowledge of GAAP, general ledger and financial reporting skills, coupled with solid analytic and interpersonal skills
Position encompasses performance in the areas of general ledger, fixed assets, accounts payable as well as other general accounting functions
The Senior Accountant II will take a leadership role in some of these areas, while assisting Senior and Staff Accountants with completing their assigned tasks
Perform timely general ledger account reconciliations and analyses
Participate in month end closings–preparing the more complex journal entries and preparing and maintaining various account reconciliations for certain significant accounts
Review and approve certain journal entries prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants
Review and approve certain account reconciliations prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants
Prepare month-end closing packages
Prepare balance sheet and income statement analytical analysis monthly and explain any major variances to budget and prior year
Review certain schedules prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants
Participate in year-end audit preparation and quarterly reviews
Review actual results as compared to prior period, budget and forecast amounts
Advise Staff Accountants regarding the handling of non-routine accounting and reporting transactions
May assist in the daily banking requirements
Collaborate with other Corporate and field departments to support the Accounting department’s overall goals and objectives
Involved in special projects/analyses which require extensive use of Excel and the handling of large amounts of data manipulation
Proactive in identifying workflow process improvements / efficiencies
Additional projects and tasks as assigned by Accounting department leaders
Assist Manager in ASC 805 acquisition related processes including Opening Balance Sheet procedures
All other duties as assigned
Job description
Cross Country is looking for top talent to join our team! Cross Country is a market-leading, tech-enabled workforce solutions and advisory firm with more than four decades of industry experience and insight helping clients tackle complex labor-related challenges. Diversity, equality, and inclusion are at the heart of the organization’s overall corporate social responsibility program as t is closely aligned with our core values to create a better future for its people, communities, and stockholders. Most recently named one of the ‘Top Places to Work’ by US News and World Report, and a Most Loved Workplace by Newsweek Magazine, Cross Country is committed to excellence in delivery of its services and was the first public company to earn The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval® for Health Care Staffing Services Certification with Distinction.
Basic Purpose
The Senior Accountant II has a thorough working knowledge of GAAP, general ledger and financial reporting skills, coupled with solid analytic and interpersonal skills. Position encompasses performance in the areas of general ledger, fixed assets, accounts payable as well as other general accounting functions. The Senior Accountant II will take a leadership role in some of these areas, while assisting Senior and Staff Accountants with completing their assigned tasks.
Essential Functions
• Perform timely general ledger account reconciliations and analyses. Participate in month end closings–preparing the more complex journal entries and preparing and maintaining various account reconciliations for certain significant accounts.
• Review and approve certain journal entries prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants.
• Review and approve certain account reconciliations prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants.
• Prepare month-end closing packages.
• Prepare balance sheet and income statement analytical analysis monthly and explain any major variances to budget and prior year.
• Review certain schedules prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants
• Participate in year-end audit preparation and quarterly reviews.
• Review actual results as compared to prior period, budget and forecast amounts.
• Advise Staff Accountants regarding the handling of non-routine accounting and reporting transactions.
• May assist in the daily banking requirements.
• Collaborate with other Corporate and field departments to support the Accounting department’s overall goals and objectives.
• Involved in special projects/analyses which require extensive use of Excel and the handling of large amounts of data manipulation.
• Proactive in identifying workflow process improvements / efficiencies.
• Additional projects and tasks as assigned by Accounting department leaders.
• Assist Manager in ASC 805 acquisition related processes including Opening Balance Sheet procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• 4-year Accounting degree required, CPA or CPA candidates preferred.
• 7 years of general ledger Accounting experience with mid-to-large-size companies.
• Thorough working knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office products, Excel, Word and PowerPoint (VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables).
• Experience with Great Plains and/or PeopleSoft accounting software preferred.
Company equipment(laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse headset) will be provided directly to you for use during employment.
Benefits
Cross Country offers a competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness program, including Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Voluntary Insurance, 401(k) plan, Tuition Assistance, and Pet Insurance. The company offers a variety of Wellness options through Burnalong, which offers a robust online platform of classes and programs as well as local gym access.
Cross Country is an EEO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.
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7 years of general ledger Accounting experience with mid-to-large-size companies
Thorough working knowledge of GAAP
Advanced knowledge of MS Office products, Excel, Word and PowerPoint (VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables)
Benefits
Company equipment(laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse headset) will be provided directly to you for use during employment
Cross Country offers a competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness program, including Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Voluntary Insurance, 401(k) plan, Tuition Assistance, and Pet Insurance
The company offers a variety of Wellness options through Burnalong, which offers a robust online platform of classes and programs as well as local gym access
Responsibilities
The Senior Accountant II has a thorough working knowledge of GAAP, general ledger and financial reporting skills, coupled with solid analytic and interpersonal skills
Position encompasses performance in the areas of general ledger, fixed assets, accounts payable as well as other general accounting functions
The Senior Accountant II will take a leadership role in some of these areas, while assisting Senior and Staff Accountants with completing their assigned tasks
Perform timely general ledger account reconciliations and analyses
Participate in month end closings–preparing the more complex journal entries and preparing and maintaining various account reconciliations for certain significant accounts
Review and approve certain journal entries prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants
Review and approve certain account reconciliations prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants
Prepare month-end closing packages
Prepare balance sheet and income statement analytical analysis monthly and explain any major variances to budget and prior year
Review certain schedules prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants
Participate in year-end audit preparation and quarterly reviews
Review actual results as compared to prior period, budget and forecast amounts
Advise Staff Accountants regarding the handling of non-routine accounting and reporting transactions
May assist in the daily banking requirements
Collaborate with other Corporate and field departments to support the Accounting department’s overall goals and objectives
Involved in special projects/analyses which require extensive use of Excel and the handling of large amounts of data manipulation
Proactive in identifying workflow process improvements / efficiencies
Additional projects and tasks as assigned by Accounting department leaders
Assist Manager in ASC 805 acquisition related processes including Opening Balance Sheet procedures
All other duties as assigned
Job description
Cross Country is looking for top talent to join our team! Cross Country is a market-leading, tech-enabled workforce solutions and advisory firm with more than four decades of industry experience and insight helping clients tackle complex labor-related challenges. Diversity, equality, and inclusion are at the heart of the organization’s overall corporate social responsibility program as t is closely aligned with our core values to create a better future for its people, communities, and stockholders. Most recently named one of the ‘Top Places to Work’ by US News and World Report, and a Most Loved Workplace by Newsweek Magazine, Cross Country is committed to excellence in delivery of its services and was the first public company to earn The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval® for Health Care Staffing Services Certification with Distinction.
Basic Purpose
The Senior Accountant II has a thorough working knowledge of GAAP, general ledger and financial reporting skills, coupled with solid analytic and interpersonal skills. Position encompasses performance in the areas of general ledger, fixed assets, accounts payable as well as other general accounting functions. The Senior Accountant II will take a leadership role in some of these areas, while assisting Senior and Staff Accountants with completing their assigned tasks.
Essential Functions
• Perform timely general ledger account reconciliations and analyses. Participate in month end closings–preparing the more complex journal entries and preparing and maintaining various account reconciliations for certain significant accounts.
• Review and approve certain journal entries prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants.
• Review and approve certain account reconciliations prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants.
• Prepare month-end closing packages.
• Prepare balance sheet and income statement analytical analysis monthly and explain any major variances to budget and prior year.
• Review certain schedules prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants
• Participate in year-end audit preparation and quarterly reviews.
• Review actual results as compared to prior period, budget and forecast amounts.
• Advise Staff Accountants regarding the handling of non-routine accounting and reporting transactions.
• May assist in the daily banking requirements.
• Collaborate with other Corporate and field departments to support the Accounting department’s overall goals and objectives.
• Involved in special projects/analyses which require extensive use of Excel and the handling of large amounts of data manipulation.
• Proactive in identifying workflow process improvements / efficiencies.
• Additional projects and tasks as assigned by Accounting department leaders.
• Assist Manager in ASC 805 acquisition related processes including Opening Balance Sheet procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• 4-year Accounting degree required, CPA or CPA candidates preferred.
• 7 years of general ledger Accounting experience with mid-to-large-size companies.
• Thorough working knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office products, Excel, Word and PowerPoint (VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables).
• Experience with Great Plains and/or PeopleSoft accounting software preferred.
Company equipment(laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse headset) will be provided directly to you for use during employment.
Benefits
Cross Country offers a competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness program, including Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Voluntary Insurance, 401(k) plan, Tuition Assistance, and Pet Insurance. The company offers a variety of Wellness options through Burnalong, which offers a robust online platform of classes and programs as well as local gym access.
Cross Country is an EEO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.
#IND123
Apply Now
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
