Sr Accounting

Senior Accountant (Manufacturing Industry)

Location: Chicago Suburbs, Illinois (On-site)

Employment Type:Full-time, Exempt

Salary: $75,000 - $100,000 (DOE)

About the Opportunity

A growing manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its management team. This is a hands-on role responsible for accounting, financial reporting, payroll, purchasing support, inventory control, and office administration.

The ideal candidate enjoys working in a small to mid-sized business environment and is comfortable managing a wide range of accounting and administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Accounting & Finance

• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Prepare journal entries and perform month-end closing

• Process invoices and monitor customer payments

• Maintain cash flow reports and financial records

• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and management reports

• Assist with annual audits and tax-related documentation

• Maintain accurate accounting records using QuickBooks

Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Maintain inventory records and Bills of Materials (BOM)

• Update inventory information in QuickBooks

• Investigate inventory discrepancies

• Support cost accounting and inventory reporting

Purchasing & Sales Support

• Prepare customer quotations and sales orders

• Process purchase orders and obtain internal approvals

• Coordinate with vendors regarding pricing, deliveries, and payment terms

• Support purchasing activities and vendor communications

Human Resources & Administration

• Process payroll and assist with employee benefits administration

• Support recruiting and onboarding activities

• Coordinate with external IT vendors and office service providers

• Maintain office operations and administrative functions

• Prepare reports for corporate management as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

• Strong knowledge of General Ledger, AP, AR, month-end close, and financial reporting

• Experience with QuickBooks is strongly preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing industry experience

• Cost accounting and inventory accounting experience

• Payroll processing experience

• Purchasing or supply chain support experience

• ERP system experience

• Experience working in a small or mid-sized company

• Japanese language skills are a plus, but not required

What We're Looking For

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented professional

• Hands-on team player who enjoys wearing multiple hats

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Paid time off

• Opportunity to work closely with company leadership

• Long-term career growth with a stable manufacturing organization