Hands-On Accounting Manager — Growth & Process Improvement

Accordance Search Group; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Fitness Solutions, located in Mundelein, IL, seeks a hands-on Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting activities and ensure timely, accurate financial information. This onsite role reports to the CFO and collaborates with ownership, sales, and operations.

You will manage GL, AP, AR, reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, and cash management while helping improve processes and systems. The ideal candidate excels in detail, multi-tasking, and cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with supervisory or lead experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong understanding of GL, AP, AR, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Experience managing month-end close.
• Hands-on Sage ERP experience.
• Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS.
• Experience working with a CRM system.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including GL, AP, AR, cash receipts, disbursements, and reconciliations.
• Own and coordinate the monthly and year-end close process.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and internal management reports.
• Reconcile accounts and research discrepancies.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist with collections.
• Oversee vendor accounts, invoices, payments, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate customer and vendor data in Sage ERP and CRM systems.
• Prepare and maintain Excel reports, including PivotTables and lookups.
• Assist with sales commissions, cash-flow tracking, and financial reporting.
• Work with across departments to resolve customer and vendor issues.
• Assist with tax filings and other external reporting requirements.
• Maintain internal controls and identify process improvements.
• Provide financial information to CFO/ownership and supervise staff as needed.

Skills

5+ years accounting experience

Excel proficiency

CRM experience

Attention to detail

Independent work

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

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

CPA or accounting designation (preferred)

Tools

Sage ERP

Job description

Fitness Solutions, located in Mundelein, IL, seeks a hands-on Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting activities and ensure timely, accurate financial information. This onsite role reports to the CFO and collaborates with ownership, sales, and operations.

You will manage GL, AP, AR, reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, and cash management while helping improve processes and systems. The ideal candidate excels in detail, multi-tasking, and cross-functional communication.