Accounting Manager

Hiring for an Accounting Manager!

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Must Have Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting

+ CPA or CMA

+ 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience

+ 2+ years of supervisory/managerial experience

+ Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls

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Experience with financial modeling and/or forecasting

+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office

+ Proven ability to manage deadlines and execute in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

+ Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments

+ Ability to document processes and operate in a paperless environment

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to shape the direction of our accounting function. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, driving efficient month-end and year-end close, strengthening internal controls, and leading the daily execution of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader and change agent-someone who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with a continuous improvement mindset, ERP proficiency, and the ability to partner cross-functionally to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making.

Responsibilities

+ Lead AP operations to ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.

+ Coordinate payment runs, supporting proper cash management and timely disbursements.

+ Manage vendor relationships and resolve invoice/payment discrepancies quickly and professionally.

+ Ensure accurate vendor setup and maintenance, including W-9 compliance and 1099 readiness.

+ Review and approve employee expense reimbursements for accuracy, authorization, and policy compliance.

+ Reconcile AP subledgers to the general ledger and resolve variances.

+ Analyze workflows, identify automation opportunities, and track key operational performance metrics.

+ Oversee receipt application processes, ensuring bank activity is captured and recorded accurately by AR staff.

+ Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances to maintain healthy cash flow.

+ Reconcile AR subledgers to the general ledger and resolve variances.

+ Ensure AP and AR activity is accurately recorded in the general ledger.

+ Support and improve the month-end and year-end close process, including accruals, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and account analysis.

+ Maintain compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and procedures.

+ Provide ad hoc reporting and financial analysis to support leadership decision-making.

+ Address accounting-related notices in a timely manner.

+ Support budgeting and forecasting activities.

+ Partner cross-functionally to support revenue forecasting and operational planning.

+ Provide insights that improve financial visibility, scalability, and performance.

+ Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff.

+ Provide training, performance feedback, and ongoing support to drive accuracy, accountability, and professional growth.

+ Promote a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bolingbrook, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $125000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bolingbrook,IL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender…