Accounting Manager

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. This role offers visible impact across global business units and is based in Palos Heights (Hybrid).

$/yr – $/yr

• Lead and manage the Corporate Accounting team, including two Senior Accountants and 10+ staff in the shared services accounting team.
• Oversee the month‑end closing for the Corporate office and domestic holding companies, managing functions such as insurance, debt, pension, fixed assets, legal reserves, cash, payroll, and intercompany allocations.
• Review and approve journal entries and general ledger reconciliations prepared by Senior Accountants and shared services teams.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance processes and leverage the shared services model.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, including quarterly financial results and key fluctuations.
• Collaborate on pension reporting and accounting, working with third‑party actuaries on impact to consolidated financials.
• Interface with auditors during reviews and audits, ensuring internal controls and compliance are met.
• Support cross‑functional projects and ad‑hoc requests from various departments.

• 7+ years of accounting experience with a demonstrated track record of managing teams.
• A strong foundation in accounting with an undergraduate degree and CPA certification preferred.
• Previous experience in large public accounting firms is highly desirable.
• In‑depth understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, analysis, and SOX compliance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship‑building skills to work effectively with senior management.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with a focus on continuous improvement and problem‑solving.
• Experience working with or managing shared service teams is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word. Familiarity with Oracle and One Stream is a plus.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industry: Accounting

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