This role offers the unique opportunity to work with a powerhouse portfolio of professional-grade brands that lead their categories in wood, concrete, drywall, and specialty fasteners — used across residential, commercial, and renovation projects nationwide. This is a high-impact, highly visible Senior Accountant role where you'll collaborate cross-functionally with finance, sales, marketing, and operations — delivering insights that fuel profitability and growth.

📍 Location: Greater Chicago Area | Hybrid

💰 Compensation: Competitive salary + bonus 🏗️ Industry: Construction/Manufacturing (confidential)

📊 Reports To: Division Finance Leader 🎯 Type: Full-Time | Permanent

🧩 What You’ll Do: Drive monthly, quarterly, and YTD financial reporting and analysis Own key pieces of the month-end close process including sales, rebates, and reconciliations Partner with commercial and operations teams on cost trends, pricing strategy, and product margin Leverage Power BI and advanced Excel for data transparency and financial storytelling Support long-range planning, budgeting, and ad hoc business cases Lead or support finance-driven continuous improvement projects Ensure compliance with corporate policies and internal controls Collaborate in a fast-moving, growth-focused, team-oriented culture

✅ What We’re Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or MBA a plus) 4+ years of experience in Accounting or FP&A Advanced Excel skills; Power BI or similar analytics tools preferred Manufacturing or cost accounting experience is a strong plus Strong communicator with excellent business acumen and curiosity Able to simplify complex data into actionable insights Highly collaborative, with a mindset for continuous improvement