Senior Accountant

As one of the fastest-growing and most exciting brands in the industry, Crash Champions is the largest founder-led multi-shop operator (MSO) of high-quality collision repair service in the U.S. The company, which also operates the growing Crash Champions LUXE | EV Certified brand of highline and luxury EV repair centers, services customers at more than 650 state-of-the-art locations in 38 states across the U.S. Crash Champions was founded in 1999 as a single Chicago repair center by industry veteran and 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Midwest award winner Matt Ebert. For more than 25 years, our vision has been anchored by the belief that delivering superior collision repair service is about People First. Welcome to Crash Champions. We Champion People.

JOB PURPOSE: Crash Champions is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Accountant to serve as a key member of the Accounting Team. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting, effective controls, and timely reporting for assigned general ledger accounts, including prepaids, vendor rebates, and various accruals. The Senior Accountant will prepare recurring and ad hoc analyses, collaborate cross-functionally, and identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting processes.

• Manage assigned general ledger accounts and ensure related transactions are complete, accurate, and recorded in accordance with company policies.

• Conduct regular account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.

• Provide meaningful variance analysis and insights to senior management.

• Collaborate with accounting leaders, managers, and department heads to support the development and monitoring of annual budgets.

• Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts.

• Implement and monitor internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.

• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.

• Coordinate and support internal and external audits.

• Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.

• Streamline accounting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Embracing AI tools (Co-pilot Suite) to aid in streamlining month end close and other processes.

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Accounting or Finance

• Previous experience in public accounting, consulting, or corporate accounting

• Strong communicator, capable of working with peers and senior management

• Strong analytical thinker

• Independent, self-starter that works well in team environment

• Capable of quickly adapting to change

• Proficiency in MS Office products – intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Excel

• Strong attention to detail

• Deep understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties

• Ability to work cross functionally and act as a liaison with all levels or organization and external business partnerships

• Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments

• Bonus: Familiarity with data visualization and analysis tools such as Power BI, Power Query, Alteryx or similar platforms

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. You may be asked by your supervisor or managers to perform other duties. Your performance will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the job duties listed in this job description, as well as any job duties not specifically listed above that you may be asked from time to time to perform. The Company has the right to revise this job description at any time.

Crash Champions is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements and annual updates:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with match
• Referral Bonus (“Cash From Crash”)
• 5 Paid Holidays

We are committed to providing competitive compensation for this role. The actual offer will be based on various factors, including but not limited to: job related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant certifications and qualifications.

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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