Accounting Manager

Katalyst Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst Group in Chicago, IL seeks an Accounting Manager to provide strategic financial oversight across multiple business units. You will lead accounting operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and drive process improvements.

The role requires 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, CPA/MBA preferred, and strong Excel and ERP skills. You will mentor staff and deliver timely financial statements, analyses, and insights to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or public accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• CPA and/or MBA preferred or required based on organizational needs.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management systems.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience leading or mentoring accounting staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop accounting professionals and support staff responsible for day-to-day accounting operations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee all accounting activities for multiple business units, ensuring compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and organizational policies.
• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end adjustments.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor and maintain the accuracy of financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support financial close processes and coordinate activities across accounting functions.
• Analyze financial results, trends, and variances, providing actionable insights to leadership.
• Support revenue, expense, and balance sheet analysis to identify operational and financial opportunities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Financial analysis

Leadership

Forecasting

Multi-entity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

The Accounting Manager provides strategic financial oversight and operational accounting leadership for a diverse healthcare services enterprise. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of financial activities across multiple business units and service lines.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop accounting professionals and support staff responsible for day-to-day accounting operations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee all accounting activities for multiple business units, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), internal controls, and organizational policies.
• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end adjustments.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor and maintain the accuracy of financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support financial close processes and coordinate activities across accounting functions.
• Analyze financial results, trends, and variances, providing actionable insights to leadership.
• Support revenue, expense, and balance sheet analysis to identify operational and financial opportunities.

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

• Coordinate internal and external audits and serve as a primary contact for audit-related requests.
• Maintain and enhance internal control processes to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Strategic Collaboration

• Partner with operational leaders to provide financial guidance and support strategic decision-making.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and growth initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or public accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• CPA and/or MBA preferred or required based on organizational needs.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management systems.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience leading or mentoring accounting staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a healthcare, pharmaceutical, or highly regulated industry environment.
• Experience with audits, compliance programs, and complex multi-entity accounting structures.
• Knowledge of reimbursement models, inventory accounting, or other industry-specific financial processes.
• Experience with enterprise financial systems and data analytics platforms.