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Accounting Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60631, USA
Listing for: Creative Financial Staffing
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-23
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 130000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 130000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Accounting Manager
Salary: $130,000 - $150,000

Our client, a well-established manufacturing organization, is seeking an Accounting Manager to join their corporate accounting team. This role will be responsible for overseeing general ledger accounting, month-end close, consolidations, and financial reporting activities across U.S. operations. The Accounting Manager will partner closely with operational and plant leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, and support continuous process improvement initiatives.

This position reports directly to senior accounting leadership and offers a hybrid work environment.
Why Join the Company:
  • Industry-leading manufacturing organization with a strong market presence
  • Collaborative and team-oriented culture
  • Opportunity to work cross-functionally with operations and executive leadership
  • Strong focus on employee development and career growth
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
Responsibilities:
  • Lead U.S. general ledger accounting and consolidation activities
  • Manage monthly and quarterly close processes and reporting timelines
  • Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and operating expense analysis
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules
  • Partner with operations and finance teams on inventory, manufacturing, and cost accounting matters
  • Research and analyze complex accounting transactions and technical accounting topics
  • Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and internal controls
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies
  • Support ERP enhancements, testing, and system implementation initiatives
  • Assist with acquisition integration activities and special projects
  • Mentor and develop accounting team members
  • Perform additional responsibilities as needed
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required;
    Master's degree preferred
  • CPA required
  • Public accounting experience, preferably Big 4, strongly preferred
  • 5+ years of accounting experience within a public company or manufacturing environment
  • Prior leadership or supervisory experience required
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and month-end close processes
  • Experience with ERP systems; SAP experience is a plus
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with finance and operations teams
Salary: $130,000 - $150,000

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