Accounting Manager

Company Overview

Dexter Magnetic Technologies supplies specialized magnetic solutions and components to demanding applications in the medical, aerospace, defense, semiconductor manufacturing, oil and gas, and industrial end markets. Dexter’s engineers solve complex customer problems with innovative solutions, winning business based on quality, customer support, and application engineering expertise.

Dexter Magnetic Technologies is seeking a hands‑on Accounting Manager who will manage daily accounting operations, perform financial closing, prepare financial statements, and analyze company performance, operating out of our Elk Grove Village, IL facility.

• Manage day‑to‑day accounting matters and monthly close of the assigned business unit.
• Prepare and review monthly closing journal entries, accruals and account reconciliations and bank reconciliations. Maintain and reconcile Inter‑company accounts.
• Manage company asset list and depreciation schedule. Maintain and update the fixed asset system and ensure capital purchases are recorded and maintained in accordance with company policy.
• Manage financial aspects of inventory, in partnership with operations, to ensure E&O is maintained and accurate, partnering with other members of finance team to apply policies and procedures and identify issues.
• Record consolidation/elimination entries and prepare consolidated financial statements and analytics.
• Assist Controller to oversee treasury and AP functions. Approve invoices for payment (AP invoice payment selections). Manage new vendor onboarding process.
• Assist Controller to develop and implement procedures and internal controls to increase efficiency of the overall accounting department and accuracy of the financial closing process.
• Coordinate training programs for new staff and identify training needs for current staff.
• Oversee the production of periodic financial reports; ensure that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards.
• Support the Controller with external auditors and provide the requested information for the annual external audit (including R&D tax credit review). Prepare year‑end tax package. Prepare all surveys requested from corporate and various governmental bureaus.
• Provide reports supporting financial analysis.
• File sales and use tax returns. Prepare local, State and Federal filings as needed.
• Work with Controller on other accounting projects as they arise.
• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field is required.
• 5‑7 years of accounting experience required, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• CPA preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Must be detail oriented and organized.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to think creatively, highly driven, and self‑motivated.
• Strong analytical problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to roll up sleeves and work with team members in a hands‑on management capacity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and autonomously.

$125,000–$135,000 plus bonus

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Basic Life/AD&D (including coverage for dependents 100% Company paid), Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability (100% Company paid), Supplemental Life/AD&D, 401(k) with Company match, tuition assistance after 1 year, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.