Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager reports directly to the Corporate Controller and plays a key role in overseeing the corporate accounting function. This position is responsible for managing global accounting operations, including consolidation and elimination processes, intercompany accounting, corporate accruals, acquisition and divestiture accounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role also involves leading financial systems initiatives, process improvements, and training programs for the accounting team.

As a liaison to finance and accounting teams across North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific, the Accounting Manager ensures consistent and comprehensive global processes. Additional responsibilities include supporting internal and external audits, managing integration efforts related to acquisitions, and contributing to financial system and process enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise accounting personnel, including external resources as needed, to achieve departmental goals.
• Develop and deliver monthly reports and dashboards in collaboration with IT, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development for team members.
• Conduct finance and system training for accounting staff and broader finance teams.
• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close and global consolidation activities.
• Maintain and document internal controls across general accounting processes, including financial close, reconciliations, accruals, and intercompany transactions.
• Oversee global intercompany accounting to ensure proper elimination during consolidation.
• Support financial reporting requirements, including internal management reports and statutory filings.
• Manage accounting integration for acquisitions / divestitures, including intercompany transactions and legal entity changes.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within corporate accounting.
• Promote best practices, lean standards, and automation across global accounting functions.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and support the development and implementation of accounting policies.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Tax department to ensure accurate accounting for income taxes under ASC 740.
• Manage quarterly revenue deferral processes for North America in coordination with business units and customer service teams.
• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors regarding accounting matters.
• Present in finance meetings and training sessions as needed.
• Lead and participate in special projects as assigned.

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Salary Range : $105,000 - $144,000

The pay range listed is for Illinois based roles. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the pay range. Specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skill sets, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, training, and location.

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