Interim Accounting Manager

A manufacturing client of ours in the west suburbs of Chicago (near St. Charles) is seeking an interim Accounting Manager (100% in office).

Cost accounting and at least 5 years of manufacturing experience required.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides finance expertise and decision-making support to business leaders in support of the regional strategy, goals and objectives.  Also performs accounting and analytical duties, to ensure accurate and timely reporting and control for the region and assigned plants. 

• Regular daily and month end accounting activities including journal entries, system transactions and account reconciliations. Complete ownership of the financials.
• Internal reporting of financials and plant financial analysis on a regular and as needed basis.
• Overseeing costing and quoting function, partnering with Operations, Sales, and Regional Finance Directors
• Responsible for annual regional budget and monthly forecasts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support Internal Control compliance efforts through preparation, monitoring, and reporting activities
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring tasks are done timely
• Interaction with Accounts Receivable Team as needed
• Interaction with Accounts Payable Team as needed
• Analysis of standard labor and material costs and analysis of variances
• Month-end reporting and analysis
• Quarterly and Year-End Audit requests
• Support for Plant Operations, including Capital Expenditure analysis, and other operational needs
• Help identify or provide information on continuous improvement opportunities
• Perform special projects or other duties as assigned

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting of Finance required
• Cost accounting experience
• Minimum 5 years manufacturing experience required
• IQMS and/or Oracle experience required
• CPA preferred
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of role, and bring duties and assigned projects to completion with minimal oversight
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work well with all levels of employees
• Comfortable working in a plant setting

If you, or someone you know, is interested please apply today!
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