Accounting Manager

• Lead the timely and accurate completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities
• Review and approve journal entries and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP
• Oversee reconciliation of general ledger accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies as needed
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and internal controls to support accurate financial reporting and compliance
• Partner with external auditors during the annual audit and coordinate required tax filings at the federal, state, and local levels
• Manage fixed asset records and depreciation schedules for both financial reporting and tax purposes
• Prepare internal financial reporting packages, including budget-to-actual variance analysis, to support operational and leadership decision making
• Assist with consolidated financial reporting and supporting schedules across multiple entities or business units
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and help transition workflows to more efficient systems and financial tools
• Provide leadership to the accounting team by setting priorities, offering guidance and feedback, and supporting cross-training to strengthen team capabilities

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Experience working with ERP systems, financial platforms, or system implementation initiatives
• Working knowledge of tax compliance such as sales and use tax and exposure to international tax frameworks is helpful
• Experience identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing more efficient workflows
• Ability to operate in a growing organization with a hands‑on, solutions‑oriented approach
• Strong ability to collaborate across departments and communicate with both finance and non‑finance stakeholders
• Nice to have
• CPA or other relevant professional certification
• Experience in high-growth, technology-enabled, or platform-based business environments

Compensation

• Pay: $115,000 -$140,000
• Benefits & 401k: Offered
• PTO: Unlimited
• Medical and Dental offered

Location & schedule

4 days onsite in Chicago, IL (Fulton Market)