Accounting Manager Job at LHH in Morton Grove

LHH is hiring an Accounting Manager for a client located near Morton Grove, IL. This is a fully onsite role that offers a competitive benefits package and collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting standards.
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to forecast future revenues and expenses or provide financial advice.
• Oversee monthly closing activities, including the preparation of Excel-based reports and management reporting packages.
• Conduct general ledger account analysis.
• Assess the company’s operations from a financial and accounting perspective.
• Review financial statements and reports for accuracy, identifying issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and monthly forecasts.
• Support accounts receivable invoicing and credit functions.
• Maintain the fixed asset log, including depreciation and amortization schedules for both book and tax purposes.
• Monitor and report daily cash flow.
• Assist in managing the Accounting Department, providing staff with support and guidance to achieve departmental goals.
• Periodically update cost rates and standards in the system to ensure accuracy.
• Provide external auditors with necessary information for thorough and accurate audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensure monthly sales tax compliance.
• Provide accounting support and assistance to other departments.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years of management experience
• 5-8 years of strong accounting experience.
• Manufacturing or distribution experience.

equal opportunity employer