Senior Accounting Manager

Senior Accounting Manager

Chicago, IL | 4 days in the office, 1 day work from home

Our client is a rapidly growing organization seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations, oversee financial reporting, and help build a scalable accounting function. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity that combines technical accounting, operational excellence, team development, and cross-functional business partnership.

You'll work closely with executive finance leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, improve accounting processes, and support continued business growth.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee key accounting areas, including revenue, accruals, general ledger, and other core accounting functions.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and other external reporting requirements.
• Partner with FP&A, HR, Legal, Treasury, IT, and operational leaders to support business initiatives, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial results and provide meaningful insights to leadership.
• Coordinate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with SOX and U.S. GAAP.
• Drive process improvements, strengthen accounting policies, and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency.
• Support ERP implementations, system enhancements, and finance transformation initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years of people leadership.
• CPA required.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.
• Public company accounting experience required.
• Public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in improving accounting processes and implementing operational efficiencies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex accounting matters.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate across finance and business teams.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Why This Opportunity?

• High visibility with executive finance leadership.
• Opportunity to influence the accounting function during an exciting period of growth.
• Broad exposure across financial reporting, technical accounting, process improvement, and business operations.
• Collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Excellent opportunity for a manager looking to make a meaningful impact while positioning themselves for future leadership growth.