Manager - General Accounting - JN-022022-5253191

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About Our Client

The employer is a leading, multi-portfolio manufacturer with a specialty service center based outside of Chicago. They are seeking a detail oriented General Accounting Manager to manage the department, maintain compliance, and push process improvements further.

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Description

Prepare financial statements and analysis
Analyze financial reports
Maintain company accounting procedures and processes
Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements
Record financial information for analysis
Assist accounting manager in preparing documents and interpreting complicated financial information for managers, executives, and bank reporting
Develop procedures to improve efficiency
Forecast and plan for future needs
Assist with audits and taxes
Maintain account balances and bank statements
Manage general ledger and assist month-end/year-end close processes
Ensure compliance with all internal processes

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
5+ years of relevant experience & Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is preferred or 7+ years of experience
Previous experience as an accountant, junior accountant, or accounting supervisor
Excellent computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite knowledge
Proficiency with accounting software and experience with a software system implementation, a plus
Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations
Able to analyze financial records and interpret for other departments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations
Able to analyze financial records and interpret for other departments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills