Senior Accountant

At JBT Marel, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business. Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation. Our values show who we are at our best . As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence , and Advance with Innovation . We are seeking a talented Senior Accountant to join our team at JBT Marel's Corporate Headquarters in Chicago, IL. Reporting to the Accounting Manager you will be a key member of the Corporate Accounting Center of Excellence. This role will oversee balance sheet accounting for an entity within our Diversified Food & Health (DF&H) segment focused on our Wenger Division. Our Senior Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and U.S. GAAP-compliant financial reporting while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with regulatory requirements. Your responsibilities • Own and execute an accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process in accordance with U.S. GAAP and JBT Marel accounting policies • Prepare and record monthly journal entries, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and appropriate supporting documentation. • Perform balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Analyze financial results and account fluctuations, providing clear explanations and recommendations to management. • Ensure the completeness and accuracy of the general ledger and supporting schedules. • Perform and document monthly internal controls and support compliance with SOX and other regulatory requirements, as applicable. • Coordinate with internal stakeholders and business partners to gather information, resolve accounting issues, and ensure accurate financial reporting. • Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to inquiries, and providing requested documentation. • Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance controls, and improve the efficiency, quality, and timeliness of financial reporting. • Participate in accounting projects, system implementations, and other continuous improvement initiatives as needed. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting , Finance, or a related field required. • Minimum of 2 years of public accounting experience or 4+ years of progressive corporate accounting experience, preferably within a SOX-compliant environment required. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to partner across functions and levels of the organization. • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting principles. • CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA licensure preferred. • Experience working with accounting systems and ERP platforms; Microsoft Dynamics , Blackline, and OneStream experience is a plus. • Public accounting experience and/or corporate accounting experience in a SOX-compliant environment. • Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial results. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with a high degree of attention to detail. Must be authorized to work in the US now and in the future to be considered. This role is located in Chicago, IL. This is a hybrid role 3 days in office/2 days remote Travel up to 10% #LI- Hybrid #LI-SH1 The estimated annual salary range for this role is $95,000-$100,000 (annually). Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications, and prior experience. JBT Marel uses technology‑assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support the review of applications. These tools help our recruiting teams identify skills and experience relevant to the role based on job‑related criteria. All applications are reviewed by people, and AI is not used to make hiring decisions independently. We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive hiring practices globally. Why work at JBT Marel We are committed to our employees and provide development opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself as our colleague, with our customers and within communities. We seek to understand and include diverse perspectives and cultures enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects. We foster growth as we courage you to challenge yourself and others , staying curious and dreaming big as you feed your growth here at JBT Marel. Benefits: JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan. Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are fundamental values to JBT and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative. Equal Opportunity Employment: JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.