Accounting Manager

Kelly Services

Downers Grove, IL

$60,000 to $75,000 Yearly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

We’re seeking an Accounting Manager to work for a premier manufacturer in Downers Grove, IL. With us, it’s all about finding the job that’s just right.

Accounting and Office Manager
Salary: $60,000 – 75,000 based on experience
Location: Downers Grove – on site (Fridays are work from home)
Direct hire
Hours: semi-flexible (8-5 M-F standard)

Why you should apply to be an Accounting and Office Manager
• Work for a leading manufacturer in the industry
• Competitive salary and benefits package (BSBS insurance, 401 K program and match)
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the company

What’s a typical day as an Accounting and Office Manager
• Maintain all aspects of daily accounting for the company utilizing QuickBooks
• Oversee two direct reports including a Sr. Buyer and Shipping and Inventory Supervisor
• Managing all office and accounting operations including Billing, deposits, A/R, A/P, GL, journal entries, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition
• Handling the budget and financial forecasts and report variances
• Preparing and publishing timely monthly financial statements
• Coordinating the preparation of regulatory reporting
• Researching technical accounting issues for compliance
• Responsible for the month-end and year-end close process
• Ensuring quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Make recommendations on process improvements
• Managing and complying with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Conducting analysis and working with the executive team to make future forecasts and report for board members and the ESOP team
• Managing and coordinating payroll requirements with 3rd party payroll company.
• Performing additional office duties as necessary

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:
• Are proficient in the use of MS Office and have a high level of knowledge in QuickBooks financial management software
• Have 5+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience
• Experience working with a small company (5-10MM revenue preferably)
• Experience working with a manufacturer
• Have experience as an Accounting Manager, or similar relevant experience

• Have a BSc/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field or equivalent education and experience

• Have expertise in the daily transactional accounting duties such as accounts payable, receivable, reconciliations, month end, journal entries etc as well as financial reporting
• Have thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Have experience with creating financial statements
• Have experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process
• Have excellent accounting software user and administration skills

What happens next:
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be an Accounting Manager/Controller today!
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Company Description

Simply put. We’re the experts. Seriously. Our recruiters are deeply rooted in the markets they serve, which means we understand what it takes to succeed, have industry connections, and the inside scoop no one else has. Plus, at Kelly, we are real people seeing beyond just a resume. This means you’re getting a level of personal attention you don’t get from an algorithm and access to opportunities that would never occur to an outsider.

So what are you waiting for? Find your next role with a fast, personalized job search that never costs you anything.

Why Work Here?

We are Kelly. We connect people to work that enriches their lives.

Simply put. We’re the experts. Seriously. Our recruiters are deeply rooted in the markets they serve, which means we understand what it takes to succeed, have industry connections, and the inside scoop no one else has. Plus, at Kelly, we are real people seeing beyond just a resume. This means you’re getting a level of personal attention you don’t get from an algorithm and access to opportunities that would never occur to an outsider. So what are you waiting for? Find your next role with a fast, personalized job search that never costs you anything.