Senior Accountant
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-03-08
Listing for:
Selby Jennings
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-08
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant, Accounting & Finance, Accounting Manager -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Accounting Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is a fast-growing, innovative fintech startup that is building a payment platform redefining how money moves globally across quickly growing marketplaces.
This is an opportunity to work alongside senior leaders and build an accounting function from the ground-up. This role gives the opportunity for full ownership, working closely with ambitious founders, and help shape a product used by firms around the world.
- In this role, you’ll take ownership of the company’s core finance and accounting operations, leading month‑end close, reconciliations, and general ledger activities.
- You’ll build and document accounting policies from the ground up, implement strong internal controls, and help prepare the company for external audits.
- As the company scales, you’ll play a critical role in selecting and implementing accounting tools and ERP systems that streamline operations.
- You’ll also partner closely with leadership on budgeting and forecasting, while driving smarter expense and cost management across the business.
This is an opportunity to shape the financial foundation of a fast‑growing, modern organization and make a meaningful impact from day one.
Requirements:
- CPA strongly preferred (or actively pursuing)
- 3-5+ YOE at a Big 4 accounting firm working with tech or high-growth clients or experience with or passion for crypto, digital payments, or Web3
- Strong technical accounting skills (revenue recognition and complex transactions)
- Experience implementing accounting systems (Net Suite, Quick Books, Sage Intacct)
- Bonus:
Prior experience with digital asset accounting, payment processing companies, or fintech startups
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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