Accounting Manager

Downers Grove, Illinois

Michael Page
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Rare opportunity to join on the finance team of one of the most recognizable manufacturing firms in the world as an Accounting Manager, overseeing a team and working closely with the CFO.

Client Details

Distributing to over 50 companies, this is a large, well known manufacturer that has seen double digit growth consistently over the last 10 years. With a global brand, they are set to continue this impressive upward momentum and are looking to find an Accounting Manager to play a key role in this success. The successful Accounting Manager will see a clear career path into a senior leadership role.

Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including:

  • Manages the preparation and review of all monthly reports prior to distribution
  • Coordinates the month-end close procedures and assists with month-end closing
  • Assures the timeliness and accuracy of general accounting functions.
  • Prepares and reviews monthly financial statements
  • Performs analytical procedures to estimate standard costs
  • In conjunction with personnel from Operations, participates in the development of routers in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System.
  • Develops annual standard costs and oversees the updating of these costs in the ERP System.
  • Prepares Cost of Goods Sold journal entry on a monthly basis.
  • Participates in inventory auditing procedures with other members of Finance and the external audit firm.
  • Exercises administrative control over their direct personnel
  • Performs and assumes other duties and responsibilities as may be required by the Controller, Vice-President, Finance and/or CEO.

Profile

To be considered for this position, candidates are required to have:

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance
  • 3-5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
  • 5+ years of manufacturing experience
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience
  • CPA/MBA

Job Offer

On offer:

  • A base salary of between $100,000- $140,000 depending on skills and experience
  • 4 weeks PTO
  • 10-20% bonus potential
  • Great healthcare, dental and vision
  • Generous 401k match
  • Long term growth potential

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Date Posted: 10 March 2025
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