Job description
A well-established professional services firm in downtown Chicago is hiring an Accounting Manager to own the day-to-day accounting operation and lead a small team through the monthly close. You will report to the Controller and act as the go-to owner for the general ledger, month-end, and the financial reporting leadership relies on.
This is a hands-on management role. You will still be in the numbers, but you will also mentor two staff accountants and set the standard for how the department runs.
What you'll do
- Own the full monthly and quarterly close, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Manage and review the work of two staff accountants across AP, AR, and the general ledger
- Prepare monthly financial statements and management reporting packages
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies
- Lead the year-end audit process and serve as the primary contact for external auditors
- Oversee fixed assets, prepaid schedules, and balance sheet integrity
- Partner with the Controller on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting
- Identify and drive process improvements across the accounting function
Compensation and benefits
- $120,000 to $145,000 base salary, depending on experience
- Annual performance bonus
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
Location
On-site in downtown Chicago, Illinois, five days a week. Convenient to public transit.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 1 year managing or reviewing others
- Strong command of US GAAP and the month-end close
- Experience owning financial statement preparation
- CPA or CPA candidate preferred
- Proficiency with a mid-market ERP (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar) and advanced Excel
- Clear communicator who can explain the numbers to non-finance leaders