Technical Accounting Manager

Buckingham Search; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunities for advancement within a global organization

Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects

Job summary

A global manufacturer in Chicago is seeking a Manager, Segment Technical Accounting to join its Corporate Controllership team. This role involves managing complex accounting issues and offers significant interaction with senior leadership, providing ample opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in public accounting or public companies.
• Experience with audit, M&A, or manufacturing/cost accounting is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Guide on complex accounting issues, acquisitions, and revenue recognition.
• Support deal structuring in collaboration with Corporate Development.
• Contribute to SEC reporting and analysis of significant accounting matters.

Skills

US GAAP

Financial reporting

SOX compliance

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA preferred)

Job description

Internal Audit, Accounting, Tax and Finance Recruitment Leader to the Fortune 500 and beyond in Chicago

Manager, Technical Accounting

A large, diversified global manufacturer is seeking a Manager, Segment Technical Accounting to join its Corporate Controllership team. This role provides exposure to complex accounting matters, SOX compliance, M&A support, and business-critical projects while partnering closely with Segment CFOs, Corporate leadership, and Operating Company management.

This position offers career growth opportunities, with several prior team members advancing internally into leadership roles across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on complex accounting issues, acquisitions/dispositions, digital costs, and revenue recognition
• Support deal structuring, valuations, and M&A activity in collaboration with Corporate Development and business leadership
• Contribute to SEC reporting and analysis of significant accounting matters
• Lead ad hoc initiatives, including preparing materials and presenting to senior leadership
• Assist Operating Companies with close process, technical accounting, and reporting questions
• Perform fluctuation analyses, reserve roll-forwards, and internal reporting
• Support SOX compliance initiatives and remediation efforts at Operating Companies
• Help implement new accounting guidance, policies, and procedures
• Prepare deliverables for the Audit Committee
• Build strong partnerships across business units to support controllership and decision-making

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA preferred)
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting and/or public company experience strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and SOX compliance
• Experience with audit, M&A, or manufacturing/cost accounting is a plus
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with senior leadership exposure
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Energetic, hands-on, and continuous improvement mindset

Why This Role

• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects
• Opportunities for advancement within a global organization
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Great opportunity for Big 4/public accounting alumni or experienced industry accountants who want to transition into a technical accounting role with exposure to M&A, SEC reporting, and executive leadership.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing