Accounting Manager​/Supervisor

Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations and provide reliable financial insight for business decision-making in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. This position oversees the accuracy of reporting, strengthens department processes, and supports leadership with forward-looking financial guidance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge along with the ability to improve workflows and guide team performance.

Responsibilities:

- Direct daily accounting activities and refine departmental procedures to improve accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls.

- Prepare, review, and interpret financial reports to ensure leadership has clear visibility into organizational performance.

- Advise company leaders on financial trends, risks, and planning considerations that support sound business decisions.

- Supervise accounting staff, provide performance feedback, and help develop a productive and accountable team environment.

- Build forecasts and planning models to anticipate upcoming financial requirements and operational needs.

- Monitor revenue and expenses closely to maintain accurate records and support budget oversight.

- Lead month-end closing activities, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger accuracy.

- Identify opportunities to automate recurring accounting tasks in order to streamline processes and reduce manual effort.

- Support audit readiness by maintaining organized documentation and coordinating financial statement audit activities.

Benefits

- Medical/Dental/Vision

- 401K

Requirements

Keys

- Accounting or Finance Degree

- Experience managing accounting operations in a supervisory or leadership capacity.

- Strong knowledge of month-end close procedures, general ledger management, and journal entry review.

- Ability to prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules with a high degree of accuracy.

- Hands-on experience with account reconciliations and maintaining clean, well-documented financial records.

- Familiarity with financial statement audits and the ability to support auditors with required documentation.

- Demonstrated ability to identify process gaps and implement improvements within an accounting function.

- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills for partnering with both accounting staff and executive leadership.

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