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Accounting Manager
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-01-03
Listing for:
Dream Exchange
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-03
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead and manage the full-cycle accounting responsibilities for Department
9. This role requires advanced Excel proficiency. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional analytical skills, integrity, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
- Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Oversee the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and expense classification.
- Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal financial policies.
- Prepare, analyze, and present financial reports, including budget variance analyses.
- Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy across financial systems.
- Develop and maintain well-organized and compliant financial records and audit trails.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide financial insights to support departmental decision-making.
- Utilize Excel to generate custom reports, perform data analysis, and support forecasting efforts.
Required:
- 3–5 years of professional accounting experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, formulas).
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting procedures.
- Familiarity with accounting platforms such as Quick Books, or comparable systems.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Ability to work independently, follow established procedures, and meet strict deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
- CPA certification.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
- Experience with SOX compliance or internal control frameworks.
- Exposure to financial reporting for regulated industries or complex environments.
- Highly analytical and capable of identifying and solving complex accounting problems.
- Meticulous, structured, and process-driven.
- Adaptable and able to learn new systems.
- A proactive communicator who is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
- Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
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