Accounting Manager

IFG US; Chicago (IL); Hybride; USD 110 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

IFG US is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting. The role partners with leadership to provide insights for strategic decisions and strong financial management, including internal controls and regulatory compliance.

The position is based in the Chicago area with a hybrid work option (Friday work-from-home). Candidates should have CPA priority and 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with NetSuite and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• CPA designation strongly preferred; public accounting or PE experience beneficial.
• Minimum 5 years progressive accounting experience with leadership exposure.

Responsabilités

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and maintain internal controls.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Monitor cash flow and coordinate annual audits; oversee tax compliance with external advisors.
• Mentor accounting staff and ensure regulatory compliance across functions.

Connaissances

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Team leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Cash flow management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation

Outils

NetSuite

Excel

ERP systems

Description du poste

The Accounting Manager oversees the organization's day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and effective financial management for IFG's mid-sized client . This role partners with leadership to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making and business performance.

Our client is located in the northern suburbs of Chicago, so local candidate who can commute to this location will only be considered at this time. This role with offer a work from home option on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate journal entries, account reconciliations, and reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Develop and maintain effective internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance and financial integrity.
• Analyze financial results and prepare management reporting, including month-over-month, year-over-year, and budget-to-actual variance analyses.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Monitor and manage cash flow forecasting and reporting.
• Coordinate annual external audits and serve as the primary liaison for auditors.
• Oversee sales tax compliance, including filings, payments, and returns through automated tax platforms.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for income tax filings completed by external tax advisors.
• Stay current on accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering operational efficiency and professional development.
• Perform additional accounting and finance responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Public accounting firm experience preferred.
• Private equity experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience leading or supervising accounting staff.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.