Creative Financial Staffing Hiring for Accounting Managaer Job at Bridgeview, IL Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION
Publicly traded, manufacturing company located is seeking an Accounting Manager. This high-profile role will gain exposure to a variety of accounting work, is a key factor in the accounting department, and will have a lot of high-level exposure. If you are looking to join a well-respected, stable company where you can grow your career within this is the place for you!

Why work for the company:

• Dynamic/all-encompassing role- ability to expand skills and prepare for next step in career
• Good work life balance
• Great leadership
• Hybrid schedule
• Financially sound company
• Great group of people
• Competitive salary + bonus + equity

Primary Responsibilities of the Accounting Manager

• Owns the preparation and review of Form 10-Q, 10-K and other SEC filings including financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, statement of shareholders’ equity, and statement of cash flows), footnote disclosures, and MD&A.
• Drives corporate month end close
• Interprets complex problems and solves them through established procedures (i.e., Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)) relating to revenue recognition and internally developed software and leases. Makes recommendations to executive management for action or changes to established methods. Adapts known methods to new situations as business needs change. Conducts technical research and analysis of accounting treatment.
• Assist to develop, maintain, and ensure compliance with internal controls related to global accounting policies and new accounting and reporting guidance issued by the FASB and the SEC
• Research and draft position papers on technical accounting issues. Remain current on pending accounting guidance, evaluating the financial implications of proposed/new accounting pronouncements.
• Continuously strive to enhance and streamline reporting processes and controls.
• Assist management in other corporate areas such as financial planning and analysis, investor relations, treasury, acquisition due diligence and purchase accounting.
• Lead and develop staff

Requirements for the Accounting Manager include:

• B.S. or B.A. in Accounting
• CPA preferered
• 4+ years relevant experience, including experience at a Big 4 or Mid-tier public accounting firm
• Experience with SEC reporting (whether in public accounting or corporate)
• Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills including proficiency in U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and SEC rules
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills

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