Accounting Manager

LHH; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year

$1,000 Professional Development per year

$250 Wellbeing Fund per year

Matching 401(k) – 6% match

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

A financial services company in Oakbrook Terrace is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the accounting operations, ensuring accurate month-end activities and financial statements. This role involves supervising a team, performing variance analysis, and collaborating with various departments to support financial reporting. Candidates should have over 12 years of corporate accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers a competitive salary range of $115,000 to $130,000 and various benefits, including a 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of corporate accounting experience, including month-end close.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and review monthly close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee a staff of 3-4 accountants.
• Prepare, review, and analyze complex journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Perform detailed variance analysis and support forecasting needs.
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, and reporting enhancements.

Skills

Corporate accounting experience

Strong understanding of GAAP

Proficiency with ERP systems

Strong analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Accounting Manager

Location: Western Suburbs of Chicago (Hybrid – approx. 2–3 days per month onsite)

Reports To: Controller

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our Accounting & Finance team. This is a newly created position on this team, and will have 3‑4 direct reports. This role is responsible for the review and preparation of month‑end close activities, complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements. The Accounting Manager will also support the Controller and Finance leadership with variance analysis, special projects, and handling the most complex accounting transactions within the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and review monthly close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Oversee a staff of 3‑4 accountants
• Prepare, review, and analyze complex journal entries and reconciliations
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Perform detailed variance analysis and support forecasting needs
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, and reporting enhancements
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Finance, Operations, and other internal teams

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of corporate accounting experience, including month‑end close
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare industry experience, not required

This is a hybrid role requiring 2‑3 days per month onsite in the western Chicago suburbs. The remainder of the work may be performed remotely within the state of Illinois.

Compensation

Salary Range: $115,000 to $130,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

This position is eligible for an annual merit increase and incentive bonus.

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year
• $1,000 Professional Development per year
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year
• Matching 401(k) – 6% match (eligibility after 1-year of service)
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Accessibility & Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance with the application process, please contact us.