Account Manager III, Business Management

Armanino; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Generous PTO and sick time

Flexible work arrangements

401K with Profit Sharing

Wellness program

Generous parental leave

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Armanino is seeking an experienced accounting professional in Illinois to manage client financials, oversee monthly close, and ensure accurate reporting. You will partner with clients, vendors, and internal teams to deliver timely insights.

The role focuses on cash management, forecasting, 1099/gov filings, and coordinating with tax advisors, payroll providers, and auditors. Minimum 5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience required, with strong client service and multi-entity experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, including business management experience supporting high-net-worth individuals, entertainers, or multi-entity clients.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, general ledger management, monthly close, and cash flow oversight.
• Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements, cash flow forecasts, and year-end reporting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and external partners.
• Build strong client relationships through responsive communication, proactive support, and trusted financial guidance.
• Coordinate and participate in client meetings, providing financial updates and insights.
• Oversee day-to-day financial activities, including bill pay, cash management, wire transfers, and banking transactions.
• Review client invoices for accuracy and oversee timely processing.
• Monitor cash balances and prepare or review cash flow forecasts to support client liquidity needs.
• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting requirements.
• Manage the monthly financial close process, including review of account reconciliations and client reporting packages.
• Review general ledger activity, identify discrepancies, and ensure appropriate accounting treatment.
• Review accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash flow reports, and other key financial information.
• Support budgeting, borrowing, and other cash planning activities as needed.
• Oversee preparation and review of annual 1099 filings, year-end tax packages, and other required business filings.
• Review payroll reporting and ensure alignment between payroll providers and financial records.
• Assist with preparation and review of regulatory filings, including business licenses, property tax filings, and Secretary of State filings.
• Partner with third-party providers, including payroll companies, insurance brokers, tax advisors, and other professional service providers.
• Support audits, tax examinations, and special financial projects as needed.
• Mentor, train, and review work prepared by junior team members, providing guidance and support for their professional development.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality client deliverables.
• Participate in team meetings, process improvement initiatives, and continuing professional development.

Skills

Financial reporting

Cash flow forecasting

Month-end close

Client service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

AgilLink

Job description

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to be among the top 20 Largest Accounting and Consulting Firms in the Nation and one of the Best Places to Work. We have a community of resources that are ready and willing to support your ideas, build your skills and expand your professional network. We want you to integrate all aspects of your life with your career. At Armanino, we know you don’t check-out of life when you check-in at work. That’s why we’ve created a unique work environment where your passions, work, and family & friends can overlap. We want to help you achieve growth by giving you access to a network of smart and supportive people, willing to listen to your ideas.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and external partners.
• Build strong client relationships through responsive communication, proactive support, and trusted financial guidance.
• Coordinate and participate in client meetings, providing financial updates and insights.
• Oversee day-to-day financial activities, including bill pay, cash management, wire transfers, and banking transactions.
• Review client invoices for accuracy and oversee timely processing.
• Monitor cash balances and prepare or review cash flow forecasts to support client liquidity needs.
• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting requirements.
• Manage the monthly financial close process, including review of account reconciliations and client reporting packages.
• Review general ledger activity, identify discrepancies, and ensure appropriate accounting treatment.
• Review accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash flow reports, and other key financial information.
• Support budgeting, borrowing, and other cash planning activities as needed.
• Oversee preparation and review of annual 1099 filings, year-end tax packages, and other required business filings.
• Review payroll reporting and ensure alignment between payroll providers and financial records.
• Assist with preparation and review of regulatory filings, including business licenses, property tax filings, and Secretary of State filings.
• Partner with third-party providers, including payroll companies, insurance brokers, tax advisors, and other professional service providers.
• Support audits, tax examinations, and special financial projects as needed.
• Mentor, train, and review work prepared by junior team members, providing guidance and support for their professional development.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality client deliverables.
• Participate in team meetings, process improvement initiatives, and continuing professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, including business management experience supporting high-net-worth individuals, entertainers, or multi-entity clients.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, general ledger management, monthly close, and cash flow oversight.
• Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements, cash flow forecasts, and year-end reporting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with clients in the music industry.
• Experience mentoring or training junior staff.
• Experience supporting multi-entity client structures within the entertainment or business management industry.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and AgilLink.

Armanino" is the brand name under which Armanino LLP and Armanino Advisory LLC, independently owned entities, provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with law, regulations, and professional standards. Armanino LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services, and Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax, advisory, and business consulting services. Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Armanino provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Armanino expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Armanino employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Armanino does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals, or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity, or third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes, or candidates submitted to Armanino or any employee or owner of Armanino without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Armanino and not subject to any fees or charges. For existing agreements, a role must be approved and open to external search; otherwise, unsolicited and unapproved submittals and referrals will be considered Armanino property and free of fees. In addition, Talent Acquisition is the sole point of contact, and contacting others in our organization without Talent Acquisition's knowledge will result in termination of contract.

For Colorado residents, the compensation range for this position: $71,300-$97,000.

For Washington residents, Illinois residents, New York residents, and Southern California residents, the compensation range for this position: $78,400-$106,700.

For Northern California residents, the compensation range for this position: $81,900-$111,500.

Compensation may vary based on skills, role, and location.

Eligible employees at certain levels can participate in a discretionary long-term financial incentive plan, subject to plan participation rules.

Armanino has a robust offering of benefits, including:

• Medical
• dental
• vision
• Generous PTO plan and paid sick time
• Flexible work arrangements
• 401K with Profit Sharing
• Wellness program
• Generous parental leave
• 11 paid holidays

For positions based in San Francisco, consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

For Individuals who would be working within the City of Los Angeles, Armanino will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

To view our Consumer Notice at Collection for job applicants, please visit: https://www.armanino.com/terms/ccpa-employee-notice/

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