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Accounting Manager

Job in Schaumburg, Cook County, Illinois, 60159, USA
Listing for: Watterson Restoration & Facility Solutions
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-13
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting Manager, Financial Compliance
  • Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 85000 - 120000 USD Yearly USD 85000.00 120000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position Summary

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Accounting Manager to lead and enhance our accounting operations and support key financial initiatives. This role provides supervision for one staff accountant, including responsibility for hiring, performance management and development, and is accountable for the overall performance of the function.

Description

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Accounting Manager to lead and enhance our accounting operations and support key financial initiatives. This role provides supervision for one staff accountant, including responsibility for hiring, performance management and development, and is accountable for the overall performance of the function.

The Accounting Manager ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP, while exercising independent judgement and discretion in applying accounting principles, analyzing financial results, and resolution of complex accounting matters. As a key member of the finance team, this role advises leadership on financial performance, risks, and opportunities.

The ideal candidate brings solid technical accounting expertise, an analytical mindset, and a proactive approach to process improvements, automation and operational efficiency to support organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership and oversight of daily and monthly accounting activities, including journal entries, general ledger management, balance sheet reconciliations and financial close processes.
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop staff accountants, including responsibility for performance management, workload prioritization, and professional development to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
  • Develop, implement, interpret and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls, including revenue recognition, accounts payable and payroll, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Partner with Operations, Finance, and Treasury leadership to support cash management strategies, strengthen internal controls, and provide financial guidance that informs operational decision-making.
  • Prepare, analyze, and present weekly and monthly financial reports and variance analytics to senior leadership to support strategic planning and business performance monitoring.
  • Evaluate, recommend, and implement process improvements, automation tools and scalable accounting solutions to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control across the accounting function.
  • Lead coordination of external audits, internal reporting requirements, and special projects, exercising discretion in resolving accounting issues and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
Competencies
  • Leadership:
    Ability to oversee full-cycle accounting, including month-end close, general ledger, reconciliations, and GAAP compliant reporting.
  • Team Management:
    Supervises, mentors, and evaluates accounting staff, driving performance, accountability, and professional growth.
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis – Expertise in preparing and presenting financial results and variance analyses to support informed business decisions.
  • Internal Controls & Compliance:
    Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration:

    Ability to partner with Operations, Finance, and Treasury to support cash management and strategic initiatives.
  • Process Improvement & Automation:
    Skill in identifying and implementing efficiencies, system enhancements, and automation opportunities.
  • Audit & Project Leadership:
    Ability to lead audit coordination, reporting requirements, and special projects with independent judgment and discretion.
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