Accounting Manager - Industrial Services - Schaumburg, IL

I'm working directly with the Chief Accounting Officer of a fast-growing, privately held environmental services company based near Schaumburg, IL. This national industry leader supports major clients like Procter & Gamble, Jiffy Lube, and Firestone. With strong organic growth and a focus on strategic acquisitions, they're now expanding their team with an Accounting Manager role.

Reporting directly into the CAO, the Accounting Manager will lead a team of 3 individuals and be responsible for managing the monthly close process, leading financial analysis for the segments, and overseeing the accounting and reporting of select company-wide expenses. Additionally, the position is heavily involved in identifying and driving process improvements, with a strong focus on increasing efficiency and streamlining financial operations across the segments.

Client Details

I'm working directly with the Chief Accounting Officer of a fast-growing, privately held environmental services company based near Schaumburg, IL. This national industry leader supports major clients like Procter & Gamble, Jiffy Lube, and Firestone. With strong organic growth and a focus on strategic acquisitions, they're now expanding their team with an Accounting Manager role.

Reporting directly into the CAO, the Accounting Manager will lead a team of 3 individuals and be responsible for managing the monthly close process, leading financial analysis for the segments, and overseeing the accounting and reporting of select company-wide expenses. Additionally, the position is heavily involved in identifying and driving process improvements, with a strong focus on increasing efficiency and streamlining financial operations across the segments.

Description

Accounting Manager Responsibilities:

• Directly manages a team of three, including two staff accountants and one senior accountant.
• Oversees the month-end close process with additional oversight during quarterly and year-end closings.
• Handle all aspects of inventory accounting for the the division, including the detailed per-unit costing of raw materials, in-process inventory, and finished goods.
• Responsible for tracking and analyzing transportation-related financial activity.
• Maintain and update cost allocation models, ensuring accuracy and completeness on at least an annual basis.
• Compile and distribute monthly financial dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) for senior leadership review.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including other accounting personnel, to confirm accurate period-end reporting and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Assists in assembling and reviewing presentation materials for the quarterly Board of Directors meetings.
• Prepares written analysis and commentary on Oil and IFS performance for monthly leadership discussions.
• Works with operational and financial leadership, to develop the annual budget and assist with quarterly forecast updates.
• Conduct financial reviews of individual site performance and overall segment results to support decision-making and improve profitability and efficiency.
• Identify areas for improvement in current accounting practices, designs solutions, and implements process enhancements to strengthen internal controls and streamline work flows.
• Plays a vital role in preparing for the annual financial audit and quarterly reviews, including coordinating responses to auditor requests and documenting relevant accounting procedures and internal control measures.
• Support the company's adoption of new accounting standards, working closely with other leaders within the finance function.
• Oversee the accounting operations for the Indianapolis Re-refinery and is expected to conduct quarterly on site visits to stay connected with the facility's operations and gain deeper insight into day-to-day activities.

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Manufacturing Experience
• Cost/Inventory Experience
• Experience improving processes/creating efficiencies
• Leadership/Management Experience
• Ability to grasp new concepts quickly

Job Offer

• Above market base salary + bonus and benefits
• Highly visible role with exposure to senior leadership
• Opportunity to be a change agent by identifying and changing processes and utilizing your expertise to provide recommendations
• Awesome team culture

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