Accounting Manager
Company: Creative Financial Staffing
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Opportunity: Manager - Corporate Accounting Location:
Downers Grove, IL (Hybrid) Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 (Plus
Bonus Potential) Our client is looking for a dynamic Manager -
Corporate Accounting to join their team. This position offers great
visibility within the organization and the opportunity to make a
significant impact across global business units. As a Manager -
Corporate Accounting , you'll oversee a team of Senior Accountants
and a shared services team while collaborating with other
departments like SEC Reporting & Global Consolidations, Financial
Systems & Transformation, Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax,
IT/Digital, Legal, and Human Resources. You will play a key role in
driving continuous improvement and process optimization within the
accounting functions. Key Responsibilities: 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. Qualifications for the
Accounting Manager: 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 OneStream is a plus. This is an
excellent opportunity to lead a key part of the finance function
while contributing to strategic initiatives across the
business.
Keywords: Creative Financial Staffing, Downers Grove , Accounting Manager, Accounting, Auditing , Downers Grove, Illinois
