Accounting Manager

Axelon Services Corporation

Riverwoods, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$60–$80 Per Hour

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Balance Sheet, Calendar Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Employee Orientation, External Audit, Financial Audit, Financial Reporting, Follow Through, General Ledger Accounting, Great Plains Product Family, Identify Issues, Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Journal Entries, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, NetSuite, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Team Lead/Manager, Time Management

LOCATION

Riverwoods, IL

POSTED

1 day ago

Accounting Manager Pay Range: 60 - 80/hr, W 2 6+ Month Contract • Hybrid position - 2 to 3 days per week onsite • open to candidates local to Philadelphia, PA (2005 Market St, Two Commerce Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103) or Riverwoods, IL (2700 Lake Cook Rd, Riverwoods, IL 60015) • temp-to-hire position - if the engagement is successful, conversion would occur AFTER six months • Salary upon conversion $140K + 15% STIP The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in overseeing the accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls. This position requires a detail-oriented, analytical thinker with strong leadership capabilities and the ability to navigate complex accounting scenarios proactively. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and support the month-end close and reporting process in alignment with the reporting calendar. • Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance, performance feedback, and support to improve processes — including the quality of account reconciliations. • Review, analyze, and approve general ledger transactions to ensure completeness and accuracy. • Oversee the preparation and review of balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual basis. • Proactively identify and resolve accounting issues, escalating when necessary, with recommended solutions. • Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and addressing inquiries professionally. • Maintain and update desktop procedures and checklists to reflect changes in processes and tools. • Maintain and monitor month-end close, reporting, and operational checklists to ensure timely and complete task execution before sign-off. • Prepare and review supporting schedules and financial analyses as needed. • Collaborate effectively with internal teams and third-party service providers to ensure smooth operations. • Conduct independent analysis to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement recommendations. • Support the timely research and resolution of reconciling items to ensure accuracy and compliance with deadlines. • Demonstrate adaptability to changing business requirements and provide leadership and support to staff during transitions • Take initiative in identifying issues and opportunities, follow through on projects, and proactively recommend solutions to improve processes and resolve challenge Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (BBA or BS); Master’s degree preferred. • CPA certification or progress toward certification strongly preferred. • 7–9 years of accounting/audit experience, including 2–3 years in a managerial role. • Ideal candidates must have current or recent (within the past 1–2 years) experience managing teams responsible for core general ledger functions. This includes hands-on oversight of month-end close, journal entry preparation and review, balance sheet and bank reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and audit support. A strong and recent focus on GL is required to be considered for this role. • Experience with international accounting is a plus. • Proficiency in major ERP systems (SAP, Great Plains, NetSuite) and Blackline. • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access). • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach. • Proven ability to manage teams and work independently in a fast-paced environment. • Comfortable working with accelerated month-end close timelines (3–5 days). • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster cross-functional collaboration. • Project management experience is highly desirable. • Flexibility to work hybrid hours and coordinate effectively during close/reporting cycles.

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Axelon Services Corporation

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