Accounting Manager

LHH US; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

LHH is seeking an Accounting Manager for a top nonprofit organization based in Chicago. This contract role with potential direct hire requires eight years of hands-on accounting management experience in a mid-sized nonprofit.

You will ensure GAAP-compliant financial activities and lead monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting deadlines. The position offers a hybrid work model (3 days on site) with a pay rate of $45-$50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Eight years or more of experience in Accounting/Finance.
• Bachelor in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting procedures.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements.
• Develop and plan accounting policies and procedures including cost and general accounting.
• Manage month-end and year-end close process.
• Prepare and approve journal entries and intercompany transactions.
• Assist in monthly management reports and schedules.
• Develop regular and ad hoc financial analysis for internal management.
• Assist in tax and regulatory reporting and requirements.
• Recommend more efficient procedures when necessary.
• Implement strategic direction of accounting processes.
• Analyze and communicate business performance.

Skills

Excel skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Job Description

LHH is searching for an Accounting Manager for a top nonprofit organization based in Chicago. Preferably, the selected candidate will have eight years of hands-on Accounting Management experience with a mid-sized nonprofit organization. Responsibilities include ensuring financial activities and procedures are compliant with GAAP and leading the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting process/deadlines.

Title: Accounting Manager

Position Type: Contract (with possibility of direct hire)

Worksite Type: Hybrid (3 days)

Rate: $45-$50/hr. (DOE)

Accounting Manager Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation of financial statements
• Develop, direct and plan current accounting policies and procedures including cost and general accounting
• Manage month-end and year-end close process
• Prepare and approve journal entries and intercompany transactions
• Assists in preparation of monthly management report and accompanying schedules and worksheets
• Develop regular and ad hoc financial analysis as requested for internal management
• Assist in tax and regulatory reporting and requirements
• Recommend more efficient procedures when necessary
• Apply sound professional judgment on details of work
• Implement the strategic plan for the overall direction of accounting process
• Analyze and communicate business performance

Requirements

• Bachelors of Science in Accounting or Finance
• Eight years or more of experience in Accounting/Finance
• Strong Microsoft Excel Skills
• CPA is strongly preferred
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Advanced knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of Accounting
• Strong Leadership abilities
• Exceptional communication skills
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects at one time

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

If you are interested in this Accounting Manager role, we want to hear from you!

Pay Details: $45.00 to $50.00 per hour

Search managed by: Margreth Adriatico

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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