Senior Accounting Manager | F100 Manufacturer | Schaumburg, IL

This Accounting Manager opening is with a highly reputable manufacturing organization based in Schaumburg. This role will provide the opportunity to build out a team of strong staff and senior accountants, ensuring the firm is compliant with GAAP, firm and other relevant policies.

Client Details

Our client is a leading manufacturing organization with a corporate office based in Schaumburg, and offices located across the United States. The organisation prides themselves on a dynamic, employee-centric culture and clear cut, transparent promotion tracks for their employees. With a revenue of over $500M, this organization is rapidly growing and looking to expand over the next few years.

Description

• Lead the monthly financial close process across four manufacturing plants, integrating multiple accounting systems (Sage and SAP) and managing foreign currency transactions
• Review and approve journal entries and accruals to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Oversee monthly account reconciliations and weekly bank reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial records
• Prepare and analyze consolidated financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement; develop trend analyses and quarterly lender reporting packages
• Partner with FP&A, operations, and plant finance teams to analyze variances and monitor financial performance
• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses and contribute to special projects to support business decision-making
• Support the annual external audit by preparing required documentation and coordinating with auditors
• Contribute to the development and documentation of business processes and standard operating procedures to enhance financial reporting and internal controls
• Identify and recommend process improvements, leveraging data and automation to increase efficiency and reduce complexity
• Assist in the design and implementation of new financial systems and reporting tools to drive operational excellence
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Senior Accountants, supporting their professional growth and development

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, MBA preferred
• CPA license required
• 5-7 years of experience working with GAAP accounting, preferably within the manufacturing industry
• Prior experience managing a team
• Ability to be detail-oriented, self-starter, and develop personnel

Job Offer

• 20% bonus potential, based on company and personal performance
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• Tuition reimbursement options

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