Accounting Operations Manager

CFS; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking an Accounting Operations Manager in Indianapolis to oversee daily accounting operations and lead a team. This role involves managing workflows, ensuring compliance, and improving processes within a hybrid work environment. With a compensation range of $90K–$110K and a leadership role impacting the team, it offers a stable organization with growth potential. Strong communication skills and a bachelor's degree in accounting are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior people management or supervisory experience, preferably with 3+ direct reports.
• Strong understanding of core accounting operations and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Manage and develop an accounting team, ideally overseeing 3 or more direct reports.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end close activities.
• Review and approve reconciliations, journal entries, and reports.

Skills

Core accounting operations

Managing workflows

Leadership and communication skills

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting systems

Excel

Job description

Accounting Operations Manager

Locations: Downtown Indianapolis, IN 46204; Downtown Louisville, KY 40202; Downtown Cincinnati, OH 45202. Hybrid schedule (2 days work from home). Base salary $90,000 – $110,000.

A professional services organization is seeking an Accounting Operations Manager to oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations and lead a team of accounting professionals. This role is available in Indianapolis, Louisville, or Cincinnati and is ideal for an experienced accounting leader who enjoys managing workflows, people, and process improvement in a hybrid environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Manage and develop an accounting team, ideally overseeing 3 or more direct reports
• Coordinate month‑end and year‑end close activities
• Review and approve reconciliations, journal entries, and reports
• Establish and improve accounting processes, controls, and operational efficiencies
• Collaborate with finance, leadership, and other internal stakeholders
• Support audits and ensure proper documentation and controls are maintained
• Serve as a resource for accounting policy interpretation and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (required)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior people management or supervisory experience, preferably with 3+ direct reports
• Strong understanding of core accounting operations and internal controls
• Experience improving processes and managing accounting workflows
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Excel
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Compensation & Opportunity

• Base salary range of $90K–$110K, depending on experience
• Hybrid work model with 2 days remote per week
• Choice of three major Midwest downtown office locations
• Leadership role with operational ownership and team impact
• Stable organization with long‑term growth potential