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Buckingham Search

Senior Accounting Manager - F500

Buckingham Search, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr Additional compensation types

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Senior Accounting Manager

– A global leader in food and beverage technology is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to oversee accounting operations for key business units. This role reports to the North America Accounting Director and leads a team of professionals, driving accuracy, compliance, and process improvements across multiple sites. What You’ll Do

Lead & Develop Teams

– Manage, mentor, and grow a team of accounting professionals across multiple sites. Close Process Oversight

– Ensure timely, accurate month-end and year-end closes in compliance with US GAAP. Conduct balance sheet reviews and support audit requirements. Process Improvement & Strategy

– Drive standardization, efficiency, and automation within the Accounting Center of Excellence. Collaboration

– Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance processes, implement best practices, and share knowledge across the business. Project & Systems Leadership

– Lead initiatives to improve the close cycle and oversee accounting systems/ERP implementations. What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred). 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in management. Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance. Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems (SAP, JDE, SL9, or similar). Excellent leadership, change management, and process improvement skills. Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Why Apply?

This is a high-visibility role with an opportunity to influence strategy, lead transformation projects, and be part of a global, innovation-driven organization. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Accounting/Auditing Industries: Manufacturing

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