Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, or equivalent) preferred
5+ years of accounting experience
Experience in multi-entity, multi-currency organizations
Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar ERP system
Responsibilities
Coordinate preparation of financial reporting packages
Own balance sheet reconciliation and resolve discrepancies
Monitor fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and accruals
Prepare month-end journal entries and working papers
Analyze GL accounts for month-end reconciliation
Review financial results for variances and trends
Prepare audit documentation and liaise with auditors
Support Accounts Payable and Receivable as needed
Maintain internal controls and accounting policies
Contribute to improvements in accounting processes
Benefits
Hybrid work model with 3 days in office
Extended benefits package
Opportunity to work in a growing immersive entertainment company
Engagement with leadership in financial strategy
Involvement in post-acquisition ERP implementation
Full Job Description
About the role
The Senior General Ledger Accountant is a senior accounting team member for a growing immersive entertainment company operating across four sites: United States (2), Canada, and Iceland. This role supports accounting operations and financial reporting across the Flyover Attractions platform.
Partnering closely with the Controller, VP, Finance & Accounting and Flyover leadership, this role brings strong technical accounting expertise and ensures accuracy, compliance, and financial discipline across the business.
The Senior General Ledger Accountant will also support in the post-acquisition alignment process, including assisting standing up a new ERP system (Microsoft Business Central), separating from legacy systems, and building scalable financial infrastructure for a growing multi-site organization.
This is a hybrid role with 3 days in office.
Location:
Chicago, IL - Navy Peir
Compensation:
$90,000-$100,000USD/annually
Extended Benefits
What you'll do
Coordinate and support the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting packages.
Own the balance sheet reconciliation and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items
Monitor fixed assets, prepaid expense, accruals and intercompany accounts
Prepare month end journal entries (accruals, interco, prepaids, fixed assets, etc.) and working papers
Analyze and reconcile GL accounts for month-end ensuring all accounts are accurately reconciled
Review and analyze financial results, identifying unusual variances and trends
Prepare annual audit information and supporting documents. Liaise with auditors
Support Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable activities as needed
Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation for external auditors
Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes to ensure compliance with GAAP and company standards
Contribute to improvements in accounting processes, systems, and reporting workflows
Other duties as assigned
Skills & Abilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify process improvements and drive efficiency
Can independently run the accounting function while knowing when to escalate issues
Experience in multi-entity, multi-currency, and multi-jurisdictional organizations
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights
High level of integrity, accountability, and sound judgment
Adaptable and solutions-oriented, able to navigate ambiguity and organizational change
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders
Experience with Microsoft Business Central is an asset
Experience in hospitality, tourism, attractions, or experience-based businesses is an asset
Education & Experience
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
Professional accounting designation strongly preferred (CPA, CA, or equivalent)
5+ years of accounting experience
Project accounting experience is considered an asset
IDEAL EXPERIENCE:
Working knowledge of GAAP and IFRS principles and financial statements
Demonstrated experience overseeing accounting operations across multiple regions or countries, ideally within the USA and Canada
Flexible to meet changing priorities and the ability to prioritize workload to achieve accurate results on time
Must have experience with the ERP system Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, or similar ERP system
Proficient with the full Microsoft environment, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint and PowerPoint
Detail-oriented, self-directed and able to effectively complete tasks with minimal supervision
