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Financial Accounting Manager
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Who: A private equity-backed manufacturing company is seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial reporting and general ledger operations.
What: Manage the accounting and reporting process, lead month-end closings, collaborate with executive finance leadership, and supervise a small accounting team.
When: This is a full-time, ongoing position with immediate start availability.
Where: Based in Chicago, Illinois, with a primarily onsite work arrangement.
Why: To ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP, and support strategic business decisions through reliable accounting analysis.
Office Environment: Professional, team-oriented office with opportunities for staff development and collaboration.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Job Description:
The Financial Accounting Manager leads the accounting team, ensures accurate financial reporting, manages audits, and supports strategic business decisions with timely GAAP-compliant analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all accounting functions and share responsibility with the Corporate Controller for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement reporting and analysis.
Manage one Senior Accountant direct report and indirect oversight of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams (six employees).
Review and approve general ledger entries and analyze account balances to ensure accuracy and GAAP compliance.
Liaise with external auditors, bank auditors, and consulting firms, providing timely responses to requests and facilitating audits.
Support payroll oversight, including tax filings and benefit plan audit requests.
Analyze account variances and identify opportunities for cost savings or process improvements.
Provide ad hoc accounting support to management as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting with a minimum of ten years of relevant experience.
CPA required.
Proficiency in Excel and experience with accounting software; Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred.
Thorough understanding of general ledger management, charts of accounts, and financial statement preparation.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff, including remote and in-office team members.
Ability to ensure GAAP compliance and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting.

To Apply Now - email your resume to job-knemkq7d-1e4ngrk82rw3kdm@sagedata.io