Harris & Associates

Senior Accountant – Expense & Data Analysis

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$95k-$110kDetected 69 days ago

Data AnalysisData VisualizationFinancial AnalysisAccountingExcelProcess ImprovementCollaborationAdaptabilityGAAPFinancial ReportingInternal Audit

About the role

The role also emphasizes automating Excel-based processes, enhancing data quality, and ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of financial information.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights are essential to supporting informed decision-making and driving enterprise value.

Manage treasury activities, including daily cash reconciliations and intercompany cash transfers with the parent company
Design, maintain, and enhance the firm's internal control environment, policies, and procedures, with a strong focus on risk management
develop diagnostic metrics and exception-based reporting
Evaluate, implement, and optimize accounting and financial reporting technologies to automate manual processes
Manage audit relationships, including preparation of financial statements, audit support, and responses to auditor inquiries
Support regulatory, tax, and compliance requirements, including FINRA filings and other applicable reporting
Identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities; develop diagnostic metrics and exception-based reporting

2-3 years of public accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 or national accounting firm
Proven attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality financial information
High degree of initiative, ownership, and adaptability
ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred; related fields considered
CPA designation (active or progress toward completion)
Strong foundation in U.S. GAAP and core financial accounting principles
Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis; VBA experience strongly valued
Demonstrated ability to identify process improvement opportunities and drive efficiencies in accounting or reporting workflows
High degree of initiative, ownership, and adaptability; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Ability to communicate effectively with auditors, internal stakeholders, and cross‑functional partners
Interest in and practical application of emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to automate processes and enhance efficiency, analysis, and decision-making

Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred
related fields considered
Experience in financial services, asset management, or investment management is a plus
Familiarity with Power Query, Power BI, or similar data transformation and visualization tools is a plus

Oversee accounting operations and financial reporting, including journal entries, month-end close, consolidation, and preparation of monthly and annual financial statements

Actual annual base salaries may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, and other job-related factors.

At Harris, the true value of what makes us successful is found in our people.
It is our unique mix of cultures, experiences, beliefs and backgrounds that sets Harris apart from the rest.
We constantly strive to cultivate, nurture and amplify an unparalleled environment, where we value intellectual curiosity and uniqueness of thought.
Inclusion is embedded in the very fabric of our culture of collaboration and openness.
We understand that a job description only tells one part of a broader story, and Harris is seeking dynamic candidates who can add to our best-in-class environment.
We recognize that qualifications can be gained through both traditional and non-traditional paths, and we are committed to considering candidates who possess the potential to be excellent in this role regardless of prior experiences.
Therefore we encourage ALL interested individuals to submit their applications, even if they do not meet every requirement outlined in the job description.

Policy Statement
Harris Associates L.P. pursues a policy of equal opportunity in all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, advancement, and treatment on the job.
This means that Harris does not discriminate against employees, or qualified applicants, based on an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, physical disability, sexual orientation, trans-gender status, transsexual status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, genetic information or for any other reason prohibited by law.
Harris reserves the right to review publicly available information about applicants (i.e., via social networking sites), to the extent permissible under applicable law.

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