Hybrid Accounting Manager: Lead Close, Controls & Strategy

Scott Byron & Co., Inc.; Lake Bluff (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

FSA

Long-term disability

Supplemental life insurance

401(k)

Cafeteria 125

Job summary

Scott Byron & Co., Inc. is a landscape design-build firm recognized for its client-centered approach and 40+ year tradition of elegant, personalized spaces.

We seek an Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and effective cash management in a hybrid environment. You will oversee monthly close, financial statements, GL activity, AP/AR, and project costing, collaborating with leadership on budgeting and forecasting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience.
• 2+ years leadership or supervisory experience.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• Experience in construction, landscaping, manufacturing, contracting, or project-based industries.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with job costing, project accounting, and work-in-progress reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and analyses.
• Oversee general ledger activity, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and cash management.
• Monitor project profitability, job costing, and work-in-progress reporting.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory requirements.
• Coach, mentor, and develop accounting team members.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Scott Byron & Co., Inc. is a landscape design-build firm recognized for its client-centered approach and 40+ year tradition of elegant, personalized spaces.

We seek an Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and effective cash management in a hybrid environment. You will oversee monthly close, financial statements, GL activity, AP/AR, and project costing, collaborating with leadership on budgeting and forecasting