Corporate Accounting Manager

#twiceasnice Recruiting; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Hybrid work (2 days remote)

Job summary

twiceasnice Recruiting represents a growing manufacturer seeking a Corporate Accounting Manager in Des Plaines, IL. Hybrid work with two remote days per week, full benefits, and a focus on linking accounting to business strategy.

The role reports to Corporate Controller, leads a small accounting team, and drives month-end close, GAAP reporting, and cross-functional analysis across facilities. Start ASAP; sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Manufacturing accounting industry experience required.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and month end close required.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) required.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and lead an Accounting Team; 2 direct reports; 1 indirect
• Lead the monthly close process while ensuring timely and accurate GAAP-compliant reporting
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and management reporting
• Collaborate cross-functionally to provide financial analysis supporting productivity, profitability, and business decisions
• Oversee inventory accounting, standard costing, and cost analysis across multiple manufacturing locations
• Track, audit, and report capital expenditures
• Develop and improve accounting controls, policies, and financial processes
• Serve as the primary liaison for annual external audits
• Support ERP implementation and financial systems optimization initiatives
• Provide financial support for Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement projects
• Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic initiatives and special projects

Skills

5+ years accounting

Manufacturing accounting

Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)

Job description

[HYBRID] Corporate Accounting Manager – Manufacturing exp. req.

Location: Des Plaines, IL – HYBRID; Office Fully Accessible via Public Transportation

Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 + Full Benefits

Job Type: Full Time

Typical Hours: Mon-Fri; Flexible (40-45hrs/wk.); 2 days remote

Start Date: ASAP

Sponsorship is not available

Our client, a growing manufacturer with multiple facilities across the US, is seeking a Corporate Accounting Manager to join its corporate finance team in Des Plaines, IL. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company that continues to grow through acquisition while investing heavily in its people, systems, and processes. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this role offers broad exposure to executive leadership and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the business. This is much more than a traditional accounting position. The company is seeking someone who understands the bigger picture—someone who can connect accounting to business strategy, challenge existing processes, and identify opportunities for improvement. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, enjoys building scalable solutions, and wants to play an active role in shaping the future of the finance organization while partnering closely with operations and executive leadership.

• Mentor and lead an Accounting Team; 2 direct reports; 1 indirect
• Lead the monthly close process while ensuring timely and accurate GAAP-compliant reporting
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and management reporting
• Collaborate cross-functionally to provide financial analysis supporting productivity, profitability, and business decisions
• Oversee inventory accounting, standard costing, and cost analysis across multiple manufacturing locations
• Track, audit, and report capital expenditures
• Develop and improve accounting controls, policies, and financial processes
• Serve as the primary liaison for annual external audits
• Support ERP implementation and financial systems optimization initiatives
• Provide financial support for Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement projects
• Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic initiatives and special projects

[HYBRID] Corporate Accounting Manager Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required
• Manufacturing accounting industry experience required
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and month end close required
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) required