Accounting Manager (Lake Bluff)

Scott Byron & Co.; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Cafeteria 125 Program

Long-Term Disability

Supplemental Term Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Scott Byron & Co. in Illinois is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and effective cash management.

You will oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close, prepare financial statements, manage general ledger activity, and mentor staff while driving efficiency and compliance with GAAP. This role partners with leadership on budgeting and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• GAAP knowledge and financial reporting experience.
• Experience with job costing and WIP reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
• Manage general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Lead accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and cash management activities.
• Monitor project profitability and work-in-progress reporting.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
• Mentor accounting staff and drive process improvements.

Skills

Advanced analytical skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred but not required

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join our team of highly respected artists and artisans.

SUMMARY

The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day accounting operations of the company while ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and effective cash management.

SALARY RANGE

$90K-$110K

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties and responsibilities.

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
• Manage general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Lead accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and cash management activities.
• Monitor project profitability, job costing, and work-in-progress reporting.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
• Manage and mentor accounting staff while fostering professional development.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through process enhancements and technology solutions.
• Adhere to and uphold all Company safety practices, procedures, and policies.
• Represent the Company in a positive manner befitting our brand and image.
• Promote a safe and positive work environment at all times.
• Set priorities and meet deadlines in an organized, timely manner.
• Maintain good communication, high standards, and positive relations with coworkers, clients, and the public.
• Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned in support of departmental and organizational objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
• CPA preferred but not required.
• Experience within construction, landscaping, manufacturing, contracting, or project-based environments strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Experience with job costing, project accounting, and work-in-progress reporting preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

PERFORMANCE OF DUTIES

• Employee shall also perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned or implied from the foregoing, consistent with the background, training and qualifications of Employee or may be reasonably delegated as being in the best interests of the Company.
• The Employee shall devote full time to their employment and expend best efforts on behalf of Company.
• Employee further agrees to abide by all Company policies and decisions now or hereinafter existing.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, twist, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Work requires average physical agility and dexterity.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Cafeteria 125 Program
• Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

We’re committed to developing an inclusive and ethical environment that values diversity and equality. We welcome all candidates of any age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental ability to apply. Our company culture is based on the idea that individuals of all backgrounds can come together as a team dedicated to quality, creativity, and respect.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. This employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.