Accounting Manager
Listed on 2026-07-29
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Accounting
Accounting Manager, Financial Compliance -
Management
$100, /Yr.
Schedule:
Monday
- Friday; 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Hybrid role: 3 days in-office (Tues
- Thurs); 2 days remote (Mon & Fri)
Location:
Skokie, IL 60077
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee General Accounting functions. This role is responsible for reviewing all data entries, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and leading the full month-end close process.
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee General Accounting functions. This role is responsible for reviewing all data entries, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and leading the full month-end close process.
The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in workpaper preparation, reconciliation documentation, and journal entry support, with a focus on establishing and training the team on best practices. This leader will play a critical role in driving excellence in technical accounting execution while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities- Oversee daily operations of General Accounting.
- Review, approve, and ensure accuracy of journal entries and financial transactions, ensuring appropriate support and documentation standards are met..
- Manage monthly balance sheet reconciliations with a focus on completeness, accuracy, and clarity of supporting work papers.
- Establish, document, and train the team on best practices for reconciliation procedures, journal entry support, and monthly workpaper preparation.
- Lead the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
- Monitor and analyze accounting data and prepare internal financial reports.
- Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
- Actively manage, mentor, and coach accounting staff to drive performance, professional development, and engagement.
- Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning within the team.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations.
- Coordinate and support audit activities.
- Lead or participate in special projects as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience with strong exposure to A/R and General Ledger functions.
- Prior supervisory or people management experience with proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal control principles.
- Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and foster a high-performance team culture.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Experience in a nonprofit or healthcare preferred.
- Big 4 experience preferred.
- Change management and process improvement experience highly desirable.
- FREE Virtual Primary Care, Urgent Care, and Mental Health Counseling for ALL Employees
- PAID Maternity/Paternity leave
- Medical Insurance (BCBS of IL)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- FSA (Health, Dependent Care, Transit)
- Telemedicine
- EAP
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
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