Accountant

Staff Accountant

Northbrook, IL

Company Overview

Hilco Global, a subsidiary of ORIX Corporation USA, is a diversified financial services company that delivers integrated professional services and capital solutions that help clients maximize value and drive performance across the retail, commercial and industrial, real estate, manufacturing, brand and intellectual property sectors, and more. Hilco Global provides a range of customized solutions to healthy, stressed, and distressed companies to resolve complex situations and enhance long-term enterprise value. Hilco Global works to deliver the best possible result by aligning interests with clients and providing strategic advice and, in many instances, the capital required to complete the deal. Hilco Global is based in Northbrook, Illinois and has more than 850 professionals operating on four continents. Visit www.hilcoglobal.com.

Position Overview

Our growing team has an open role for Staff Accountant. The candidate will handle a broad and diverse range of responsibilities and assignments to support various dimensions of the Accounting function. The role will embrace attributes of adaptability and flexibility as the specific duties and responsibilities will evolve based on both the skills of the incumbent and the growth of the Company. The candidate must be a motivated individual who possesses excellent communication and process improvement skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete monthly close activities and preparation of various monthly and quarterly reporting schedules

• Prepare general ledger analysis and account reconciliations

• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing schedules, explanations, and documentation.

• Drive continuous improvement through process optimization, automation opportunities, and best-practice implementation.

Skills

• Strong work ethic and interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on teamwork, initiative, and integrity

• Ability to identify and take on critical projects, as well as manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic/challenging environment

• Hands-on, resourceful and a doer. Able to work autonomously but also operate as part of a strong, cohesive team; a willingness to learn and a high level of energy to see projects through to completion

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree; CPA or CPA-track strongly preferred.

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in an accounting role.

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

• High attention to detail; ability to maintain high confidentiality and a strong work ethic.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills. 

• Understanding of GAAP and internal controls.

• Comfortable with ambiguous, complex projects.

• Ability to meet deadlines and manage shifting priorities.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Working knowledge of Workday or Oracle a plus.

Annual base salary gross: $70,000-90,000. The base salary range represents the estimated low and high end of Hilco’s salary for this position based on geography. Actual base salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and proficiency for the role. The base pay is one component of Hilco’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards and benefits include cash bonuses, long term incentives, health insurance, accident and life insurance, and retirement benefits.

Hilco Global is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered on merits and without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, gender, veteran, or disability status.

Hilco Global strives to comply with all applicable local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, Hilco Global is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. https://hilcoglobal.com/careers-about/