Sr Accounting

Actus Consulting Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid time off

Leadership exposure

Career growth

Job summary

Actus Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Accountant for its Chicago Suburbs manufacturing operation. This on-site role covers accounting, financial reporting, payroll, purchasing support, inventory control, and office administration.

The ideal candidate has extensive accounting experience in manufacturing, strong QuickBooks use, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of General Ledger, AP, AR, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Experience with QuickBooks is strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Prepare journal entries and perform month-end closing
• Process invoices and monitor customer payments
• Maintain cash flow reports and financial records
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and management reports
• Assist with annual audits and tax-related documentation
• Maintain accurate accounting records using QuickBooks
• Prepare customer quotations and sales orders
• Process purchase orders and obtain internal approvals
• Coordinate with vendors regarding pricing, deliveries, and payment terms
• Support purchasing activities and vendor communications
• Maintain inventory records and Bills of Materials (BOM)
• Update inventory information in QuickBooks
• Investigate inventory discrepancies
• Support cost accounting and inventory reporting
• Process payroll and assist with employee benefits administration
• Support recruiting and onboarding activities
• Coordinate with external IT vendors and office service providers
• Maintain office operations and administrative functions
• Prepare reports for corporate management as needed

Skills

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

General Ledger

Excel

Financial Reporting

Month-end Close

QuickBooks

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP Software

Job description

Job Description

Senior Accountant (Manufacturing Industry)

Location:** Chicago Suburbs, Illinois (On-site)**

Employment Type:** Full-time, Exempt

Salary:** $75,000 - $95,000 (DOE)

About the Opportunity

A growing manufacturing company is seeking an experienced **Senior Accountant** to join its management team. This is a hands‑on role responsible for accounting, financial reporting, payroll, purchasing support, inventory control, and office administration.

The ideal candidate enjoys working in a small to mid‑sized business environment and is comfortable managing a wide range of accounting and administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Accounting & Finance

• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Prepare journal entries and perform month-end closing
• Process invoices and monitor customer payments
• Maintain cash flow reports and financial records
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and management reports
• Assist with annual audits and tax‑related documentation
• Maintain accurate accounting records using QuickBooks

Purchasing & Sales Support

• Prepare customer quotations and sales orders
• Process purchase orders and obtain internal approvals
• Coordinate with vendors regarding pricing, deliveries, and payment terms
• Support purchasing activities and vendor communications

Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Maintain inventory records and Bills of Materials (BOM)
• Update inventory information in QuickBooks
• Investigate inventory discrepancies
• Support cost accounting and inventory reporting

Human Resources & Administration

• Process payroll and assist with employee benefits administration
• Support recruiting and onboarding activities
• Coordinate with external IT vendors and office service providers
• Maintain office operations and administrative functions
• Prepare reports for corporate management as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of General Ledger, AP, AR, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Experience with QuickBooks is strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing industry experience
• Cost accounting and inventory accounting experience
• Payroll processing experience
• Purchasing or supply chain support experience
• ERP system experience
• Experience working in a small or mid‑sized company
• Japanese language skills are a plus, but not required

What We're Looking For

• Self‑motivated and detail‑oriented professional
• Hands‑on team player who enjoys wearing multiple hats
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off
• Opportunity to work closely with company leadership
• Long‑term career growth with a stable manufacturing organization