Senior Accountant

Job SummaryThe Senior Accountant is responsible for moderate to complex accounting activities and ensuring the integrity of the financial information by recording, analyzing, verifying, and approving transactions for the United States entities. Responsible for select portions of internal and external financial reporting and support. This position will interact with many different departments including plant controllers, external auditors, corporate consolidations, financial planning, and analysis, as well as operational teams. Responsible for managing assigned projects and overseeing the completion of certain cross-functional and/or cross-site activities.
*This position requires working onsite in Lake Zurich, IL on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Remaining days may be worked remotely.
• Salary Range: $93,000-97,000
• Position is eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan with a target of 6% of the base salary.
• Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and ensure assigned accounts are reconciled in accordance with the monthly close schedule and department guidelines.  Identify discrepancies, errors, and omissions and lead efforts for timely resolution. 
• Prepare schedules and analysis to support inventory reserve calculations.
• Lead the accounting of intangible assets and/or lead the accounting of lease transition in accordance with IFRS 16.
• Support intercompany accounting activity.
• Preparation of monthly cost center reclasses and accrual journal entries.
• Review and update assumptions used in significant estimates and accruals, prepare related journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
• Maintain, update, and ensure compliance with internal controls and account month-end close procedures within assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain knowledge of U.S. GAAP, IFRS requirements, and other relevant accounting regulations in relation to relevant areas of responsibility.
• Analyze new transactions and advise colleagues on proper accounting treatment and reporting as needed.
• Preparation of moderate and complex quarterly and annual reporting schedules mainly to support legal and management reporting requirements, involves following up with reporting unit controllers as questions arise.
• Provide assistance to reporting units in correcting errors and resolving issues.
• Prepare schedules for year end and quarterly audits, interact with audit team to resolve open items and address audit concerns.
• Assist with Internal Controls
• Cross train and act as back up for other Senior Accountants within the department
• Lead and support special projects   

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance, MBA a plus
• CPA preferred
• 5+ years of related work experience
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Knowledge of ERP systems; SAP preferred
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to manage special projects end-to-end

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.