Senior Accountant

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
95K-100K Annually
Senior level
Food • Software • Automation • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage revenue recognition under US GAAP, maintain SOX-compliant controls, prepare journal entries and reconciliations, support month/quarter/year-end reporting and OneStream, review contracts with cross-functional teams, support audits, document SOPs, and lead process improvements within the Accounting Center of Excellence.
Summary Generated by Built In

As our Senior Revenue Accountant you will report to the Accounting Manager and become part of the Corporate Accounting Center of Excellence. You will ensure accurate revenue recognition, and maintain compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

On a given day, you may:

Manage our revenue recognition following US GAAP standards.
Develop, document, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Work with sales, legal, and operations teams to review contracts and ensure revenue recognition.
Support month, quarter, and year end reporting activities
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
Support OneStream reporting
Support internal and external audit requests, and participate in efforts to improve audit and control findings.
Document standard operating procedures and instructions surrounding accounting procedures.
Share best practices in accounting practices with others in the Accounting CoE and support the Accounting Manager to implement them within the team.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead the team in implementing best practices

Requirements for the role

You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
GAAP and financial reporting standards knowledge
Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SL9).
4+ years experience ensuring SOX compliance

COMPENSATION RANGE: $95,000-$100,000 Compensation is determined on experience and skill. This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities someone in this position may perform. All employees of JBT are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisory personnel, regardless of job title or routine job responsibilities.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards
  • Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SL9)
  • 4+ years experience ensuring SOX compliance
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The Company
11,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1884

What We Do

JBT Marel is a leading global provider of integrated technology, equipment, software, and services for the food and beverage industry. Formed by the merger of JBT Corporation and Marel hf in January 2025, the company specializes in advanced automation and processing solutions to help customers optimize performance, ensure traceability, and increase yield across the global food chain.

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