Accounting Manager

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Glenwood (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in Illinois is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead a high-impact accounting team, own financial reporting, and partner with Finance leadership. This role offers visibility to executives and broad ownership across close, controls, and compliance. Bachelor's degree and 7+ years' experience required; SAP experience preferred. Salary range 120k-135k with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Leadership experience overseeing accounting activities.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX controls; SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and customer credit processes.
• Support audits, tax filings, internal controls, and SOX/J-SOX compliance initiatives.
• Supervise accounting staff and drive process improvements across the organization.

Skills

Leadership ability

US GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

SOX controls

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

Looking to step into a high-impact leadership role where you can influence financial strategy, strengthen controls, and lead a successful accounting team? This accounting manager opportunity offers strong visibility to executive leadership, ownership of key accounting functions, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization.

Accounting Manager

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• High-visibility role partnering directly with Finance leadership and executive management
• Opportunity to lead and mentor accounting professionals while driving process improvements
• Broad ownership across financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, and month-end close activities
• Exposure to a complex business environment with strong emphasis on GAAP compliance and operational excellence
• Ability to influence business decisions through financial analysis, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration

Target Compensation: 120k-135k based off experience level

Key Responsibilities for the Accounting Manager:

• Lead the monthly close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
• Oversee general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and customer credit processes
• Support audits, tax filings, internal controls, and SOX/J-SOX compliance initiatives
• Supervise accounting staff and support ongoing process improvement efforts across the organization

Qualifications for the Accounting Manager:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior leadership experience overseeing accounting team activities
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SOX controls, and financial reporting; SAP experience preferred

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