Senior Manager, Accounting

Posting Type

Hybrid

Job Overview

As Senior Manager, Accounting you will be responsible for managing general ledger, consolidation, and monthly close processes for operations and entities within North America, including the United States and Canada. The Senior Manager, Accounting will manage accounting staff including hiring, training, assigning and prioritizing work. In addition, the Senior Manager, Accounting will ensure that transactions and reconciliations are completed accurately and timely. Ideal candidates will be located in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description and Requirements

Your Role In Action 

• Set the overall vision and manage the monthly close, general ledger, corporate accounting and consolidation functions for entities and operations within North America and parent company accounting 

• Ensure accurate reporting in US GAAP 

• Manage the accounting for payroll, operating expenses, foreign currency translation, consolidation and balance sheet accounts 

• Responsible for managing, reviewing or preparing journal entries, allocations, account reconciliations, variance analysis and monthly reports 

• Initiate and manage process improvements, including automation of existing processes and monthly close improvements 

• Work closely with financial, planning and analysis team on budget to actual variances and budgeting and reporting efforts 

• Develop and update internal control flow charts, including the implementation of key controls and oversee control execution and documentation 

• Document and implement policies, standard operating procedures in partnership with the international teams 

• Proactively work and coordinate with teams in the Poland office and other locations, including general ledger, technical accounting, tax, legal, HR and other groups as necessary.  

• Assist with ERP system administration and other system enhancements/implementations. 

• Provide support and respond to internal and external requests from regulators and auditors 

• Cultivate an environment that encourages maximum productivity and service effectiveness, personal growth and development, open communications and teamwork 

• Provide outstanding customer service to employees, department leaders, management, auditors, vendors and customers 

Your Skills and Qualifications 

• 8+ years of experience working in general corporate or public accounting (mix of both preferred), including 3+ years as a supervisor 

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or related field 

• Licensed CPA, chartered account or similar credential preferred 

• Experience in a public company or SOX compliant environment preferred 

• Experience supporting accounting operations and reporting in multiple countries 

• Demonstrated experience with developing internal controls and process improvements 

• Strong project management experience and skills; able to man