Senior Accountant

About the Company

Waukegan Steel is a premier structural steel fabricator serving the Chicagoland area and surrounding states. Our team has played a pivotal role in constructing iconic landmarks throughout the city, including Soldier Field, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Navy Pier, Willis Tower, Northwestern Welsh-Ryan Arena, the Washington/Wabash CTA Platform, Ravinia Festival, and Lincoln Park Zoo.

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and dynamic Senior Accountant to support the financial accounting and reporting function of Waukegan Steel LLC. This position is critical to maintaining the integrity of our financial operations as we navigate a significant transition. The role will be based in Waukegan, IL, with the expectation that the team will relocate to our new headquarters in Pleasant Prairie, WI later this year.

In this capacity, you will be the backbone of our month-end close process, ensuring accuracy in journal entries, account analyses, and reconciliations. You will work closely with the parent company, NMLP Corporate, to support consolidated financial reporting and assist in the development of monthly projections, quarterly forecasts, and the Annual Operating Plan. Your work will directly impact our ability to recognize revenue accurately under percentage of completion accounting and maintain rigorous inventory controls.

Hiring Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience in financial reporting and the construction industry. Our team will review applications and reach out to qualified candidates to schedule an initial interview.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waukegan Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO-M/F/D/V). We actively encourage diverse candidates to apply and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.