Senior Accountant

Summary Of Position Canon Medical Research USA, Inc. (CMRU) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join our accounting team as part of our Operations department. This position is responsible for supporting the full financial close process and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of our financial reporting. The Senior Accountant will report to the Accounting Manager and work closely with both the Staff Accountant and internal stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and the delivery of high-quality outcomes. This role is a regular, full-time position requiring a commitment of 37.5 hours per week. This is a hybrid role based in CMRU’s main office in Vernon Hills (Chicago), Illinois. Responsibilities Core Accounting & Financial Reporting Lead and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processesPrepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledgerPerform account reconciliations and resolve discrepanciesPrepare financial statements and supporting schedulesPrepare HQ reporting packages through the Canon Group accounting systemSupport budgeting and forecasting processesPrepare statutory reportsAssist with audit and tax return preparation processesMaintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controlsLeverage automation tools to improve reporting efficiency where appropriate Accounts Payable & Expense Management Own the end-to-end accounts payable processReview and process invoices for accuracy, completeness, and appropriate approvalsMonitor and resolve discrepancies or delays proactivelyManage employee expense reimbursements through SAP ConcurIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy Loan & Fixed Asset Management Manage fixed asset records and depreciation in accordance with company policiesMaintain loan schedules, drawdown records, and interest expense tracking Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field5–7 years of progressive accounting experience Technical Skills Strong experience in general ledger accounting and financial reportingExperience with ERP and accounting systems requiredExperience with Microsoft Dynamics, ADP, and SAP Concur preferredAdvanced proficiency in Excel Key Strengths Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial dataHigh attention to detail and strong ownership of work qualityAbility to identify issues, gather data, and drive solutionsStrong written and verbal communication skillsService-oriented mindset when working with internal stakeholdersAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. CMRU is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. WHY JOIN CMRU? www.research.us.medical.canon Canon Medical Research USA, Inc. (CMRU) is a multi-modality R&D organization creating next-generation medical imaging systems. It is equipped with cutting-edge instrumentation, prototyping, hardware labs and scientific computing facilities to perform research targeted to pre-clinical and clinical CT, PET, MRI, Ultrasound, and X-ray systems. For those who like to develop new technologies and research new ways of using them, Canon is a rewarding place to work. At CMRU, you will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative medical imaging research while being part of a collaborative, mission-driven culture. You will be part of a small team with high visibility to leadership and global Canon Inc. operations. Our team operates in a flexible hybrid working environment. CMRU offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits. Additionally, our employees enjoy: CMRU funded HRA or HSA401(k)/Roth/Employer Match/Profit SharingDisability and Life InsuranceGenerous Paid Time Off and 14 Holidays Compensation This compensation information is a good faith estimate and provided in accordance with state law. The base salary for this role generally ranges between $96,800 - $116,300 annually. This range is an estimate based on an applicant’s skills, experience, training, and other business and organization needs. We are an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Our Way: Values in Action Unity | Courage | Teamwork | Tenacity | Excellence A vibrant organization is united behind a common vision, sharing common goals.