Job Description
About Black Spectacles
At Black Spectacles, we have ambitious plans to help support the architecture community. Our team is passionate about fostering a collaborative environment where creativity and professionalism thrive. We are seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee all aspects of accounting, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and providing strategic financial insights to support our growth objectives.
We're looking for teammates who:
Are passionate about architecture and making an ambitious impact on the Architecture and Design community
Own it - comfortable taking responsibility for your work
Take calculated risks and encourage others to do the same
Take a world-class approach to everything you do
Make it safe to share ideas
Take care of your people
At Black Spectacles, you'll benefit from working with a team who lives and celebrates our values everyday, and you can be sure that you will regularly see and feel the impact of your work. As a fully remote company you'll benefit from working from home year round, and from semiannual company trips to keep you connected to your team.
Black Spectacles has been recognized by Great Place to Work and Built In as a great place to work, by the American Institute of Architects for the national impact we're having on the profession of architecture, and has been recognized by Inc Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in the country.
Role Overview
We're seeking an accomplished and experienced Senior Accountant preferably located in Chicago, Illinois, to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll take ownership of the company's financial health and oversee all financial activities, directly supporting the owner. You'll work closely with the Leadership team to develop and implement financial strategies, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and provide guidance on financial decision-making to drive the company vision, values, and working environment forward. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in accounting and a demonstrated history of success in leadership roles. We offer a competitive base salary of $105,000 to $125,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Expectation for all Team Members:
Support the organization's mission and values by exemplifying the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, commitment, accountability, and ownership.
To thrive in this role, demonstrate a passion for learning and growth, work effectively within a team, and actively contribute to a results-oriented and innovative culture through your actions and collaboration.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Management:
Oversee daily accounting operations, including sales tax, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting.
Manage and coordinate relationships with outsourced accounting staff and vendors, ensuring alignment with company standards and objectives.
Establish protocols and procedures for accounting functions to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Provide weekly and monthly financial KPIs and reports to the Leadership Team.
Financial Reporting:
Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting to the CEO and the third-party accountant.
Maintain, review, analyze, and reconcile balance sheet and income statement general ledger accounts.
Maintain, review, and revise month-end closing work papers.
Oversee and manage month-end closing work papers and review the reconciliation of sales data by the 5th of each month. Reconcile monthly gross income and sales tax with third-party credit card processing and sales tax providers for accuracy.
Prepare and review journal entries for all material financial statement line items.
Manage corporate funds, including deposits, payroll, and benefits, ensuring proper coding and categorization.
Upload, code, approve, and process all invoices and payments while ensuring budget consistency.
Reconcile bank accounts and credit card payments to the general ledger.
Maintain and review schedules for deferred revenue, accruals, prepaids, and fixed assets.
Ensure compliance with vendor requirements (e.g., W-+s) and process 10++s in a timely manner.
Update and own the chart of accounts.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
Collaborate with the leadership team to develop the annual corporate budget and financial re-forecasts.
Monitor financial performance against the budget and provide variance analysis.
Ensure financial accountability across departments, holding corporate directors responsible for their budgets.
Manage cash flow and provide cash-on-hand forecasts.
Compliance, Auditing & Process Establishment:
Ensure compliance with GAAP, local regulations, and company policies.
Coordinate external audits, manage auditor relationships, and implement recommendations.
Provide reports and schedules for audits, ensuring accuracy and alignment with financial statements.
Establish and document strong accounting processes and internal controls to enhance efficiency and mitigate risk.
Conduct internal audits regularly to ensure adherence to processes and identify areas for improvement.
At Black Spectacles, we have ambitious plans to help support the architecture community. Our team is passionate about fostering a collaborative environment where creativity and professionalism thrive. We are seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee all aspects of accounting, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and providing strategic financial insights to support our growth objectives.
We're looking for teammates who:
Are passionate about architecture and making an ambitious impact on the Architecture and Design community
Own it - comfortable taking responsibility for your work
Take calculated risks and encourage others to do the same
Take a world-class approach to everything you do
Make it safe to share ideas
Take care of your people
At Black Spectacles, you'll benefit from working with a team who lives and celebrates our values everyday, and you can be sure that you will regularly see and feel the impact of your work. As a fully remote company you'll benefit from working from home year round, and from semiannual company trips to keep you connected to your team.
Black Spectacles has been recognized by Great Place to Work and Built In as a great place to work, by the American Institute of Architects for the national impact we're having on the profession of architecture, and has been recognized by Inc Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in the country.
Role Overview
We're seeking an accomplished and experienced Senior Accountant preferably located in Chicago, Illinois, to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll take ownership of the company's financial health and oversee all financial activities, directly supporting the owner. You'll work closely with the Leadership team to develop and implement financial strategies, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and provide guidance on financial decision-making to drive the company vision, values, and working environment forward. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in accounting and a demonstrated history of success in leadership roles. We offer a competitive base salary of $105,000 to $125,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Expectation for all Team Members:
Support the organization's mission and values by exemplifying the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, commitment, accountability, and ownership.
To thrive in this role, demonstrate a passion for learning and growth, work effectively within a team, and actively contribute to a results-oriented and innovative culture through your actions and collaboration.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Management:
Oversee daily accounting operations, including sales tax, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting.
Manage and coordinate relationships with outsourced accounting staff and vendors, ensuring alignment with company standards and objectives.
Establish protocols and procedures for accounting functions to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Provide weekly and monthly financial KPIs and reports to the Leadership Team.
Financial Reporting:
Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting to the CEO and the third-party accountant.
Maintain, review, analyze, and reconcile balance sheet and income statement general ledger accounts.
Maintain, review, and revise month-end closing work papers.
Oversee and manage month-end closing work papers and review the reconciliation of sales data by the 5th of each month. Reconcile monthly gross income and sales tax with third-party credit card processing and sales tax providers for accuracy.
Prepare and review journal entries for all material financial statement line items.
Manage corporate funds, including deposits, payroll, and benefits, ensuring proper coding and categorization.
Upload, code, approve, and process all invoices and payments while ensuring budget consistency.
Reconcile bank accounts and credit card payments to the general ledger.
Maintain and review schedules for deferred revenue, accruals, prepaids, and fixed assets.
Ensure compliance with vendor requirements (e.g., W-+s) and process 10++s in a timely manner.
Update and own the chart of accounts.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
Collaborate with the leadership team to develop the annual corporate budget and financial re-forecasts.
Monitor financial performance against the budget and provide variance analysis.
Ensure financial accountability across departments, holding corporate directors responsible for their budgets.
Manage cash flow and provide cash-on-hand forecasts.
Compliance, Auditing & Process Establishment:
Ensure compliance with GAAP, local regulations, and company policies.
Coordinate external audits, manage auditor relationships, and implement recommendations.
Provide reports and schedules for audits, ensuring accuracy and alignment with financial statements.
Establish and document strong accounting processes and internal controls to enhance efficiency and mitigate risk.
Conduct internal audits regularly to ensure adherence to processes and identify areas for improvement.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Accountant (Remote, Chicago-Based Preferred) 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.
