Accounting Manager
CFS
Schaumburg, IL
Accounting Manager
$115,000 to $135,000
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the financial operations of our logistics and supply chain business. This role is responsible for managing the accounting team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining strong internal controls in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Why Work Here:
Industry Growth: Join a dynamic and expanding logistics company
Leadership Role: Play a key role in shaping financial processes and strategy
Career Path: Opportunities for advancement into senior finance roles
Team Culture: Collaborative environment with strong operational partnerships
Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, healthcare, and retirement plans
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise daily accounting operations including general ledger, billing, AR/AP, and payroll
Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations
Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and KPIs
Ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate accounting policies
Coordinate with operations and logistics teams to align financial practices with business activities
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Support audits and regulatory compliance requirements
Mentor and develop accounting staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA preferred)
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role
Logistics, transportation, or supply chain industry experience strongly preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles
Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics) and Microsoft Excel
Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
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MaxSalary: USD135000
MinSalary: USD115000
About the Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.