Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting background, including at least eight years of accounting experience and five years of management-level experience. This individual should have a solid understanding of accounting principles and practices, particularly general ledger analysis, financial reporting, and month-end close.

Location: Chicago, IL

Worksite Type: Fully onsite

Position Type: Temp-to-Hire

Targeted Start Date: November 2nd

Contract Pay Rate: $55–$65/hour

Target Permanent Salary: $110k-$125k

Schedule: Full-time

Responsibilities:

• Oversee general accounting, accounts payable, payroll, and accounts receivable functions
• Lead and coordinate the monthly close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Review and analyze complex general ledger activity and recommend necessary correcting entries
• Develop and maintain financial reporting packages for internal teams and executive management
• Review detailed operating and maintenance cost reports for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare monthly and ad hoc financial statements and financial analyses
• Ensure revenues, expenses, liabilities, and assets are accurately recorded
• Improve account reconciliation processes, supporting documentation, and overall accuracy
• Identify and implement accounting and process improvements
• Assist with the external audit process

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 8 years of accounting experience
• Minimum of 5 years of management-level accounting experience
• Strong general ledger and account analysis experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• CPA preferred, but not required

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.