Accounting Manager

A global communications technology company headquartered in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is seeking a Manager of Accounting to join its team. The company designs and delivers innovative broadband and networking solutions—spanning fixed wireless, fiber, Wi‑Fi, and cloud‑based management platforms—that serve enterprise, service provider, industrial, and public sector customers worldwide. Their products and services enable reliable connectivity for critical operations, IoT ecosystems, and remote infrastructure.

The company’s network solutions include enterprise‑grade wireless and wired infrastructure, cloud‑based network management tools, and subscription‑based analytics and support services. With a focus on high‑performance and cost‑effective connectivity, the organization supports digital transformation across industries, from smart cities to telecom operators.

Position: Manager, Accounting

Duration: Long term Contract with potential for extension or hire

The company is seeking a highly motivated Accounting Manager to support its growing finance function. This role will have significant visibility across the business and will focus on revenue recognition under ASC 606 (including variable consideration and multi‑element arrangements), inventory and cost accounting under ASC 330, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is analytical, curious, and self‑directed, with a solid foundation in U.S. GAAP and experience in both technical accounting and operational execution.

• Lead month‑end, quarter‑end, and annual accounting close activities
• Prepare and review journal entries related to revenue cutoffs, deferred revenue, rebates, and stock rotations
• Execute inventory and cost accounting processes, including capitalization and valuation under ASC 330
• Own quarterly processes around excess and obsolete inventory reserves and supplier commitments
• Coordinate revenue recognition reviews, including support for new product launches and contract analysis
• Collaborate with technical accounting leadership on research and drafting of white papers and memos
• Develop and refine accounting processes to support ongoing automation and system enhancements
• Partner with FP&A and external reporting on flux analysis and disclosures for SEC filings (10‑Q, 10‑K)
• Support SOX 404 compliance, internal controls, and process remediation
• Provide work papers and schedules for external audits and tax support
• Drive process improvement initiatives and special projects, including systems implementations
• Maintain effective working relationships with business, operations, and finance stakeholders

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required;
  Master’s degree preferred
• CPA or CMA required
• Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience, with at least 4 years in public accounting (audit or consulting)
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 and ASC 330
• Experience with revenue recognition for subscription models and variable consideration
• Familiarity with inventory, supply chain, and manufacturing accounting practices
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; proactive and results‑driven
• Experience in the technology, telecommunications, or SaaS industries strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Excel (including VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and Power BI
• Experience with ERP systems such as Net Suite, Sage Intacct, or Zuora is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills