Senior Accountant at Syscon Inc – Chicago, Illinois

Are you ready to bring your accounting expertise to a hands-on role in a growing technology consulting company?

Join Syscon, Inc. as our remote Senior Accountant in a hands-on, execution-focused role where you'll own core accounting activities, month-end close, and financial accuracy.

Founded in 1986, Syscon provides technology solutions and IT support services. We foster a culture where our employees, clients, and company grow and succeed together.

As a successful member of our team, YOU:

• Treat clients and colleagues with respect and compassion
• Embrace a team-first mentality - no egos, no drama
• Take initiative and ownership of your responsibilities
• Ask questions, seek solutions, and take pride in your work
• Value growth and use feedback to improve
• Contribute fully, whether the task is big or small

You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:

• 5–8+ years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience
• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance
• Strong experience with:
  • Accrual accounting
  • Job costing
  • Posting period management
  • Month-end and year-end close
• Solid understanding of:
  • Income statements and balance sheets
  • Departmental reporting and cost allocation
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Power BI a plus, not required)
• Comfort working independently and owning your work

Required Systems Experience

• Hands-on experience with Sage 100 Contractor or Acumatica (1+ year required)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily and monthly accounting activities
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Complete account and balance sheet reconciliations
• Manage and execute month-end close
• Maintain accurate job costing and cost allocations
• Prepare monthly financial statements
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations
• Support audits and documentation requests
• Maintain clean, accurate, and timely financial records

Bonus Experience

• Construction or contractor accounting
• Cost accounting experience (2+ years)
• CFMA membership

Location Preference

• This is a remote position. Candidates located outside the Phoenix, Arizona area are fully eligible and encouraged to apply.
• Candidates within 60 miles of Phoenix may be asked to participate in occasional in-office planning or collaboration sessions, while day-to-day work remains remote.

​​​​Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan - Simple IRA
• Generous unlimited PTO based on tenure

Ready to Apply? Submit your application today.

*Please, no phone calls regarding this position.

Syscon, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.