Accounting Manager - Manufacturing

Jobot; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a growing manufacturing company in Illinois. You will own the general ledger, oversee month‑end close, ensure accurate financial reporting, and maintain strong internal controls while partnering with leadership.

Reporting to the President, you will manage manufacturing and cost accounting, inventory valuation, cost of goods sold, and related analyses. You’ll guide a small team, streamline processes, and provide actionable insights to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and ability to analyze financial statements.
• ERP experience and proficiency with Excel.

Responsibilities

• Own the general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments.
• Analyze variances and provide management explanations.
• Oversee manufacturing accounting, including inventory and COGS.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

ERP proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Strong communication

Independent ownership

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client, a growing manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the company’s general ledger and day-to-day accounting operations. Reporting directly to the President, this position will take ownership of the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and timely month-end close.

Why join us

• High visibility: Work directly with the President and senior leadership.
• Ownership: Take ownership of the GL and accounting function rather than being one small piece of a large organization.
• Impact: Help improve accounting processes, controls, reporting, and overall financial operations.
• Manufacturing exposure: Gain hands-on experience with inventory, costing, operational accounting, and manufacturing finance.
• Growth: Join a company with opportunities to grow your responsibilities and career alongside the business.
• Collaborative environment: Partner closely with operations and leadership and see how your work directly impacts the company.
• Hands-on role: A great opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the numbers, solving problems, and making improvements.

Job Details

This is a hands-on role ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a dynamic manufacturing environment and can operate independently while partnering closely with company leadership, operations, and other cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Financial Reporting: Own the company’s general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide explanations to management.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reporting.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure proper accounting treatment of transactions.
• Ensure accounting policies and procedures are consistently followed.
• Manufacturing & Cost Accounting: Oversee accounting related to manufacturing operations, including inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing expenses.
• Monitor inventory valuation and reconcile inventory accounts to the general ledger.
• Partner with operations to understand production costs, material usage, labor, overhead, and variances.
• Analyze manufacturing and inventory-related variances and communicate key findings to leadership.
• Support costing, budgeting, forecasting, and other financial analyses as needed.
• Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Cash: Provide oversight of AP and AR activities and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Monitor customer receivables, collections, and outstanding balances.
• Review vendor activity and ensure proper expense classification.
• Assist with cash management, bank reconciliations, and cash flow reporting.
• Controls, Compliance & Audit: Maintain strong internal accounting controls and identify opportunities to improve processes.
• Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, tax professionals, and other third-party partners.
• Support annual financial statement and tax audits.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
• Maintain organized and audit-ready accounting records.
• Leadership & Business Partnership: Serve as the primary accounting resource for the President and company leadership.
• Provide management with accurate financial information and actionable insights.
• Partner with operations and other departments to improve financial processes and controls.
• Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and improve accounting processes.
• Manage and develop accounting staff, as applicable.
• Take ownership of accounting issues and proactively resolve discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing or product-based environment.
• Strong general ledger and month-end close experience.
• Experience with inventory and manufacturing accounting strongly preferred.
• Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of the accounting function.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

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