Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager – Corporate Accounting

Palos Heights (Hybrid)

Salary Range: $130,000 - $140,000 (Plus Bonus Potential)

Our client is looking for a dynamic Manager – Corporate Accounting to join their team. This position offers great visibility within the organization and the opportunity to make a significant impact across global business units.

As a Manager – Corporate Accounting, you’ll oversee a team of Senior Accountants and a shared services team while collaborating with other departments like SEC Reporting & Global Consolidations, Financial Systems & Transformation, Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, IT/Digital, Legal, and Human Resources. You will play a key role in driving continuous improvement and process optimization within the accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Lead and manage the Corporate Accounting team, including two Senior Accountants and 10+ staff in the shared services accounting team.
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• Oversee the month-end closing for the Corporate office and domestic holding companies, managing functions such as insurance, debt, pension, fixed assets, legal reserves, cash, payroll, and intercompany allocations.
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• Review and approve journal entries and general ledger reconciliations prepared by Senior Accountants and shared services teams.
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• Implement continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance processes and leverage the shared services model.
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• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, including quarterly financial results and key fluctuations.
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• Collaborate on pension reporting and accounting, working with third-party actuaries on impact to consolidated financials.
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• Interface with auditors during reviews and audits, ensuring internal controls and compliance are met.
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• Support cross-functional projects and ad-hoc requests from various departments.
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Qualifications for the Accounting Manager:

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• 7+ years of accounting experience with a demonstrated track record of managing teams.
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• A strong foundation in accounting with an undergraduate degree and CPA certification preferred.
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• Previous experience in large public accounting firms is highly desirable.
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• In-depth understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, analysis, and SOX compliance.
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• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills to work effectively with senior management.
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• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement and problem-solving.
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• Experience working with or managing shared service teams is preferred.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word. Familiarity with Oracle and OneStream is a plus.
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This is an excellent opportunity to lead a key part of the finance function while contributing to strategic initiatives across the business.

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