Senior Accountant

Who We Are

Oncourse Home Solutions, also operated as American Water Resources, is a trusted home protection provider helping homeowners across the country protect what matters most. We are a $500 million organization backed by private equity firm Apax Partners, serving 2 million customers across 43 states. We partner with 25+ utilities and municipalities (and growing!) to provide customized solutions tailored to any community - delivering real value where people live. We help homeowners protect the essential systems that keep their homes running - from HVAC, appliances, and electrical to water, sewer, gas lines, and more - so they can avoid the stress and financial impact of unexpected repairs. Our work helps homeowners stay safe, comfortable, and confident in their homes every day.

At Oncourse, our people are what makes that possible. We call ourselves SUPERs - Successful, United, Progressive, Empathetic, and Reliable - because that’s how we show up for our customers and for each other. We invest in our employees through competitive benefits, an inclusive culture, and employee-led resource groups that strengthen connection, community, and belonging across the company.

As an equal opportunity employer, our employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, parental status, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Oncourse Home Solutions is committed to recruiting and retaining talented applicants and to providing all employees with a workplace free from discrimination and/or harassment.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant role is responsible for supporting the company’s corporate accounting functions, including the monthly close process, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and internal controls. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information while supporting audits, compliance requirements, and process improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong technical accounting knowledge, experience in financial reporting, and the ability to work cross-functionally within a fast-paced environment.

Located at our office in Naperville, IL. Our office environment is a key driver of our company culture and employee experience, so a regular in-office hybrid model (generally T-TH in office and M & F remote) is required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Financial Close & Reporting

• Prepare and review journal entries and supporting documentation during the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.

• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.

• Assist with the preparation of consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules.

• Support internal financial reporting and management reporting requirements.

Corporate Accounting

• Maintain corporate-level accounting records and general ledger accounts.

• Assist with accounting for complex transactions, including accruals, intercompany activity, and consolidations.

• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.

• Document accounting procedures and maintain supporting workpapers.

Audit & Compliance

• Support external and internal audit processes by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests/

• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of internal controls.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.

• Support system implementations, accounting automation, and reporting improvements.

• Participate in cross-functional initiatives impacting finance and accounting.

We're Excited if this is You!

Experience and Qualifications of the Role:

• Minimum 3 years (ideally 4-5) years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting or corporate accounting preferred).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.

• Experience with financial statement audit, process improvement, and internal controls testing.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• CPA or CPA candidate is strongly preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, advanced degree preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, advanced Excel, i.e. pivot tables, VLOOKUP’s, SUMIFs, etc.) a strong preference.
• Experience working with Oracle EBS or other large ERP.

We offer a compelling total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits to support your total wellbeing. The base pay range for this position is $73,760 - $114,000 USD Annual. The specific pay offered will depend on qualifications, experience, education and skill set. The compensation offered may also include an annual performance-based bonus, sales incentive plan or commission target.

Our benefits include, but are not limited to, healthcare, life insurance, paid time off, retirement, commuter benefits, and education reimbursement. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Join our SUPER Team and Enjoy Amazing Benefits!

• Competitive Compensation: We value your hard work and are proud of our competitive pay for performance philosophy.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options, plus paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) Plan with 4% Company Match: Secure your future with our robust retirement plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and relax.
• Education Assistance Program: Invest in your growth and development with our support.
• FSA/HSA Options: Flexible spending and health savings accounts to manage your transportation and dependent care expenses.
• Employee Wellness: Access to EAP, health, legal, and financial resources to support your overall well-being.
• Vibrant Company Culture: Monthly Townhalls, employee recognition programs, and Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs) to keep you engaged and connected.

Competencies:

Communicate Effectively - Is able to clearly and succinctly communicate verbally and in writing in a variety of settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.

Functional / Technical Skills - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.

Integrity and Trust - Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

Learning on the Fly - Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.

Accuracy - The ability to perform work tasks with precision and correctness, minimizing errors and producing reliable results. Strong attention to detail, consistency in output, thorough checking and verification of work, and precise adherence to established procedures.

Drive For Result - Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

Action Orientated - Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things that he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others.