Accounting Manager

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ALVEST is a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of airport ground support equipment, operating through its key entities TLD, Smart Airport Services (SAS), and Alvest Equipment Services (AES), with consolidated sales exceeding 1 billion USD. AES specializes in providing maintenance, rental, and overhaul services to customers worldwide. Operating in 10 countries and continuing to expand, AES is a growing force in the industry.

Its North American operations, which include coverage of Canada, represent the largest segment of the AES division, with projected 2024 sales surpassing 70 million USD.

Exclusive airfare savings along with hotel and rental car discounts.

The expected salary for this position is $115,000 - $130,000 annually. The actual pay rate offered may vary on multiple factors including, but not limited to, experience, knowledge, skills and/or location.

• Flight benefits that include savings on airfare, hotel and rental cars
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Provided Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• 11 Paid Holidays + Your Birthday
• PTO – Minimum 3 weeks per year
• Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus
• 401(K) and Roth Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Safety Shoes and Prescription Safety Glasses

The Accounting Manager at AES will manage the accounting functions. Responsibilities include hands‑on month‑end financial close, preparation of financial statements, and providing insightful analysis for decision‑making. Additionally, the Accounting Manager will manage a team of accounting professionals, ensuring efficient workflow, and fostering a collaborative environment. In this role, the Accounting Manager will work closely with senior management, sales administration, and external tax advisors to ensure timely reporting and tax compliance.

This role demands a solid accounting foundation, proficiency in extracting and analyzing data from various sources, acute attention to detail, and adherence to deadlines. The role collaborates with the leadership team in AES and reports directly to the AES CFO. This position will be a hybrid role in the Des Plaines, IL office.

• Execute and participate in the monthly financial close process. Preparation of monthly financial reporting, including Profit & Loss (P&L) and balance sheet analysis, focusing on sales, margins, and indirect costs to provide insights into business performance.
• Develop comprehensive analysis to support the creation of accurate monthly financial statements.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial statements to the corporate consolidation system adhering to both internal and external accounting standards.
• Perform and review detailed account reconciliations to maintain integrity and accuracy of financial data.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process and periodic financial forecasts, analyzing historical data and projecting future performance to CFO & FP&A in budget and forecast preparation.
• Insure respect of processes, procedures, and ethical standards of the Group.
• Supervise payment and collection processes.
• Function as a key user and expert in the ERP system, including modules such as Kyriba, Sun Systems, and our Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) EAM facilitating effective use and troubleshooting issues.
• Oversee inventory valuation and ensure that all financial processes related to inventory control align with Group rules and best practices including supervision of stock take.
• Prepare and report various regulatory or contractual declarations (sales tax, airport fees etc.)
• Liaise with external tax advisor & sister companies for corporate tax requirements.
• Assist in preparing for and…