Accounting Manager - rotational role

at Robert Half in Niles, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Accounting Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager manages most accounting activities, including P& L reviews, monthly close, integration and acquisition project work, and other management duties. This position leads significant business-facing matters including the reporting and driving of key performance metrics in finance and business case development. The Accounting Manager leads staff and seniors on the Finance Team. This position is a key contact with various other managers within the company’s shared service center.

Position Responsibilities May Include, But Not Limited To

+ Lead change management process for staff and seniors on the Finance team

+ Function as the key developer of talent for the team

+ Manage the monthly close process including preparation of financial statements, etc.

+ Lead business initiatives and strategies i.e., system rollouts, integration of new acquisitions, and process improvements

+ Manage the governance over key systems in SAP i.e., fixed assets, treasury, leases, and other general ledger systems

+ Partner with the Controls department to ensure effective internal controls

+ Manage the external audit process

+ Support auxiliary audits i.e., Sales & Use Tax, Accounts Receivable Securitization, etc.

+ Other projects or duties as assigned

Required Skills And Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 6 plus years of related Accounting experience

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills

+ Strong quantitative skills

+ Strong problem-solving skills

+ Ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines

+ Ability to delegate and prioritize workload assigned to the team

+ Proficient with Microsoft Office i.e., Word, PowerPoint, etc.

+ Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

+ Master’s degree and/or CPA certification

+ Experience with transition management

+ SAP, COGNOS and/or TM1 experience

+ Microsoft PowerApps experience

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

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