Senior Accountant to support both corporate accounting and accounting activities related to our food manufacturing operations. The
Senior Accountant will assist in the creation of financial records to track the organizations assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities and other related financial activities. Responsibilities include reconciling account balances, helping maintain the general ledger and conduct month-end close procedures.
This role is onsite five days a week in our Chicago (River North) office. The ideal candidate is a hands on accounting professional with strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to work cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and sales teams in a fast-paced environment.
This is a unique opportunity to join Wow Bao during an exciting period of growth! With our newly opened food manufacturing plant, the ideal candidate will embrace a startup mindset, take ownership, and help shape the future of both the accounting function and the company's long-term success. The Senior Accountant will play a critical role as we continue to build scalable accounting processes and strengthening financial controls.
RequirementsESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Other duties will be assigned as needed)
General Ledger & Financial Close- Prepare journal entries for month-end and year-end close.
- Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.
- Perform monthly account reconciliations and investigate variances.
- Support external audits and tax compliance activities.
- Develop and improve accounting processes, controls and documentation.
Accounts Payable- Oversee accounts payable processes to ensure timely and accurate vendor payments.
- Enter invoices, coding for accuracy.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
- Monitor aging reports and maintain a positive vendor relationships.
- Support the implementation and optimization of AP workflows and controls.
Account Receivable- Generate customer billings and initiate collections activities.
- Monitor customer account balances and aging reports.
- Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Partner with Wow Bao's internal team to improve collection processes and reduce outstanding receivables.
Financial Analysis and Reporting- Validate deductions passes on by distributors
- Conduct monthly inventory counts and track inventory levels
- Handle prepaid expenses and accruals
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations
- Assist with restaurant accounting and reporting
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities
- Process employee expense reports
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data
- Undertake additional duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to driving overall team success
REQUIREMENTS:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
- 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) and/or manufacturing industry preferred
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong background in general ledger accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- CPA or pursuing a CPA preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task
- Partake in a professional and positive work environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Compensation for this position is between $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year.
Benefits- Competitive salary
- Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
- Domestic Partner Benefits
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Restaurant Discounts
- Employee Discount Programs
- We foster a culture of CARE
