Accounting Manager: Lead Team, Partner with CFO, Drive Improvements

CFS; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Romeoville, IL is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations and supervise a two-person team. The role reports to the CFO and offers visibility within a growing manufacturing/distribution environment.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting with 5+ years of accounting experience, solid GAAP knowledge, and strong Excel skills. Prior supervisory experience is a plus as the organization emphasizes internal promotion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience with general ledger, month-end close, and reconciliations.
• Distribution or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs in Excel required.
• Strong communication and process improvement mindset.
• Prior supervisory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and supervise two team members
• Manage general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, and inventory accounting
• Prepare year-end schedules and support external audits
• Partner with CFO on accounting and financial matters
• Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies
• Assist with hiring and developing accounting staff

Skills

5+ years accounting experience

Supervisory potential

Process improvement mindset

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)

Job description

CFS in Romeoville, IL is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations and supervise a two-person team. The role reports to the CFO and offers visibility within a growing manufacturing/distribution environment.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting with 5+ years of accounting experience, solid GAAP knowledge, and strong Excel skills. Prior supervisory experience is a plus as the organization emphasizes internal promotion.