Hybrid Accounting Manager: Lead GAAP, Close & Inventory

Stampede Culinary Partners; Bridgeview (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA/FSA options

Pet insurance

401(k) with employer match

Short-term and long-term disability

PTO

Floating holidays

Employee discounts

Company bonus program

Additional employee perks

Job summary

Stampede Culinary Partners in Bridgeview, IL seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to lead daily accounting operations, drive month-end close, and coach a growing team in a hybrid, full-time role. You'll oversee AR/AP and general accounting, partner with Operations to strengthen inventory and manufacturing accounting, and enhance controls.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of accounting experience (manufacturing preferred), 2+ years leadership, and strong GAAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience (manufacturing experience preferred).
• 2+ years of leadership or people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience leading month-end close processes.
• Experience with multi-site accounting and multi-currency transactions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the month-end close process and maintain the general ledger.
• Lead Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and General Accounting functions.
• Coach and develop a growing accounting team.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to accounting policies.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain on inventory and manufacturing accounting.
• Improve internal controls, streamline workflows, and identify automation opportunities.
• Support audits, financial reporting, and special projects.
• Provide meaningful financial insights to drive business decisions.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Analytical

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Multi-site accounting (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Stampede Culinary Partners in Bridgeview, IL seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to lead daily accounting operations, drive month-end close, and coach a growing team in a hybrid, full-time role. You'll oversee AR/AP and general accounting, partner with Operations to strengthen inventory and manufacturing accounting, and enhance controls.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of accounting experience (manufacturing preferred), 2+ years leadership, and strong GAAP knowledge.