Accounting Manager

Accurate Personnel; Mokena (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Direct access to ownership

Autonomous role with end-to-end ownership

Job summary

A growing food distribution company seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee the full accounting function, manage day-to-day activities, and work closely with ownership. This role requires over 5 years of accounting experience, QuickBooks Desktop expertise, and strong Excel skills. Enjoy autonomy, stability, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in a supportive environment. Competitive compensation is offered for a small-company setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
• Experience working in a small business environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day and month-end accounting activities.
• Manage full-cycle accounting and maintain financial records.
• Prepare basic financial statements, including P&L and Balance Sheet.

Skills

Accounting or bookkeeping experience

QuickBooks Desktop expertise

Advanced Excel skills

Understanding of AP, AR, GL

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Desktop

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Onsite Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 am–5:00 pm

Compensation: $80,000–$90000

About the Opportunity

If you’re the kind of accounting professional who loves owning the books, shaping processes, and being the go‑to financial partner for a business, this role will feel like home.

Small, stable, and growing food distribution company is looking for an Accounting Manager who wants more than just routine tasks. In this role, you’ll run the full accounting function, work directly with ownership, and have a real voice in how the business operates.

Please apply if you like meaningful work, autonomy, and the chance to make a measurable impact every day.

Responsibilities:

You’ll be the financial backbone of the company, responsible for all day‑to‑day and month‑end accounting activities, including:

• Full-cycle accounting ownership
• Accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, and payment application
• Month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• General Ledger maintenance
• Preparation of basic financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet)
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Cash flow tracking and reporting directly with ownership
• Coordination with external CPA for year-end close and tax support
• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation
• Hands‑on role where accuracy, organization, and initiative prevail!

Criteria

• 5+ years of hands‑on accounting or bookkeeping experience
• QuickBooks Desktop expertise (not QuickBooks Online)
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
• Strong understanding of AP, AR, GL, and month‑end close
• Experience working in a small business environment
• Ability to work independently and juggle multiple priorities

Preferred:

• Background in food distribution, wholesale, or logistics
• Inventory accounting experience
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Stable, privately owned company with long‑term growth
• Direct access to ownership — your work is seen and valued
• Autonomous role where you own the accounting function end‑to‑end
• Competitive compensation for a small‑company environment
• A tight‑knit team where your contributions truly matter

About Accurate Personnel

Accurate Personnel is an industry‑leading full‑service staffing agency with 45 years of experience connecting talented professionals with great companies. We’ve grown from a regional Chicagoland office into a nationwide search firm serving over 500 clients — all while maintaining our commitment to personalized service. Apply today and let us help you take the next step in your career.