Sr. Accountant

Sr. Accountant Shift Transit

LLC - 2.8

Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $120,000 a year 10 hours ago Qualifications International tax Microsoft Excel Sales tax return preparation CPA Cross-functional collaboration Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Shift Transit, a leader in micro mobility operations, is hiring an Accountant to own the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This role sits at the center of our finance function, handling everything from monthly close and tax compliance to budgeting and P&L oversight across our US and Canadian operations. You'll be a key partner to leadership, ensuring our books are clean, our reporting is accurate, and our financial position is always clear. Responsibilities Manage monthly bookkeeping, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and vendor payments Prepare and file monthly US and Canadian sales tax reports, maintaining full compliance across jurisdictions Handle financial covenant reporting and ensure ongoing compliance with lender requirements Lead monthly and annual budgeting processes, partnering with department heads on forecasts and variance analysis Manage P&L reporting, providing leadership with clear visibility into financial performance and trends Support audits, year-end close, and ad hoc financial analysis as needed Requirements US or Canadian CPA designation Minimum 2 years of experience with Canadian and Ontario sales tax (HST, GST, PST) Strong working knowledge of US sales tax compliance across multiple states Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) and advanced Excel skills Experience managing full-cycle accounting in a multi-entity or cross-border environment Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines independently Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with non-finance stakeholders Nice to Have Experience in transportation, logistics, or operations-heavy industries Familiarity with covenant-driven lending relationships Background working in a high-growth or scaling company