Accounting Manager

Creative Financial Staffing; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking an Accounting Manager to own monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, deliver accurate financial statements, and provide leadership across the accounting team. You will partner with leadership, influence budgeting and forecasting, and manage cash flow while leveraging NetSuite, Shopify, and Avalara to maintain GAAP-compliant records.

The role requires a CPA preferred, a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, and 5+ years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience leading or managing accounting staff.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite, along with strong Excel/MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and deliver variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior-year results.
• Support cash flow forecasting, annual budgeting, and financial planning activities.
• Coordinate external audit requirements and assist with income tax filing preparation.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Shopify

Avalara

Job description

Accounting Manager

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Take ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes.
• Partner directly with leadership by providing financial analysis and business insights.
• Influence budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities.
• Work with modern business systems including NetSuite, Shopify, and Avalara.
• Play a key role in audit preparation, tax compliance, and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities for the Accounting Manager:

• Lead the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and deliver variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior-year results.
• Support cash flow forecasting, annual budgeting, and financial planning activities.
• Coordinate external audit requirements and assist with income tax filing preparation.
• Manage sales tax compliance and filings through Avalara while maintaining GAAP-compliant accounting practices.

Qualifications for the Accounting Manager:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience leading or managing accounting staff.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite, along with strong Excel/MS Office skills.

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