Accountant II
Würth IT USA · Lake Forest, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteFinanceFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Execute the complete monthly closing process, including: Journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations
- Reviewing and posting accounting transactions
- Preparing monthly financial statements and variance analysis
- Managing general ledger, fixed asset accounting, and cash management
- Ensuring compliance with IFRS reporting standards and local U.S. regulatory requirements
- Overseeing state-specific tax topics, including sales/use tax, payroll-related taxes, and reporting obligations
- Maintaining accurate balance sheet schedules and ensuring documentation is audit-ready
- Partnering with internal stakeholders (local Management, Controlling, HQ Finance) to support reporting and analysis
- Identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes and strengthen internal controls
- Supporting annual external audits and contributing to ad hoc financial projects
Requirements
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or similar field (master’s preferred)
- Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in Accounting or Finance
- Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of IFRS as well as solid understanding of local U.S. GAAP & state tax requirements and if possible Canadian GAAP (ASPE)
- Skills: Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, fixed assets, and month-end close, strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, proficiency with ERP systems (SAP S/4 HANA) and Microsoft Excel
- Communication: Excellent communication skills in English
Preferred
- Experience: in international companies or in shared-service environments
- Familiarity: with multi-state tax regulations