Accounting Manager: Lead Close, Team Growth & Controls

Bell & Associates, Inc.; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell & Associates, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations and develop a small team within an established manufacturing and distribution environment.

You will own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, strengthen internal controls, and partner with senior leaders on budgeting and special projects. This role demands hands-on leadership and a commitment to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA preferred or in progress.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Experience leading a small team and developing staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close across multiple entities.
• Oversee general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules.
• Mentor and develop a team of three accounting professionals.
• Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP.
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliant accounting policies.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
• Support inventory accounting, accruals, revenue recognition.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve reporting.
• Partner with senior leadership on financial analysis, budgeting, and special projects.
• Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits.
• Support ERP enhancements and system initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations to support financial accuracy.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Accounting close

Internal controls

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Bell & Associates, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations and develop a small team within an established manufacturing and distribution environment.

You will own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, strengthen internal controls, and partner with senior leaders on budgeting and special projects. This role demands hands-on leadership and a commitment to process improvements.