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Full-time | Finance & Accounting | Food Manufacturing Are you ready to step into a high-impact accounting role at a fast-growing, globally connected company? This is your opportunity to join a dynamic finance team at a premium food solutions provider that’s redefining quality and innovation in the protein space. With private equity backing and a strong North American presence headquartered in Vernon Hills, this company has doubled in size year over year—and they’re just getting started. They’re looking for a sharp, detail-driven Senior Accountant to help elevate financial operations, support strategic growth, and bring structure to a rapidly evolving environment. Why this Role & Company Stands Out Fast-growing, PE-backed company Global operations, stable industry High visibility across departments, working closely with leadership Opportunity to build and improve processes What You’ll be Doing Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts Support month-end and year-end close Analyze variances and trends Assist with internal and external audits Ensure GAAP compliance File sales and property taxes Contribute to budgeting and forecasting Collaborate with operations and finance teams Strengthen internal controls and reporting Requirements Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance 3–6 years of accounting experience Strong GAAP knowledge ERP experience (SAP or Oracle a plus) Advanced Excel skills Detail-oriented, organized, proactive Comfortable in a fast-paced environment Nice-to-Haves Manufacturing or food industry experience Cost accounting exposure CPA or CPA-track SAP or Oracle expertise Perks and Benefits 401(k) with match Paid time off and holidays Growth opportunities Supportive, team-oriented culture Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance Industries Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LHH by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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Vernon Hills, IL . Arlington Heights, IL $51,040.00-$57,420.00 2 months ago Des Plaines, IL $45,000.00-$60,000.00 2 months ago Itasca, IL $59,000.00-$68,800.00 1 week ago Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager up to $115k
Wheeling, IL $95,000.00-$110,000.00 17 hours ago Northbrook, IL $76,950.00-$91,170.00 2 weeks ago Northbrook, IL $104,000.00-$126,000.00 3 days ago Schaumburg, IL $60,000.00-$70,000.00 2 weeks ago Wood Dale, IL $115,000.00-$130,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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Full-time | Finance & Accounting | Food Manufacturing Are you ready to step into a high-impact accounting role at a fast-growing, globally connected company? This is your opportunity to join a dynamic finance team at a premium food solutions provider that’s redefining quality and innovation in the protein space. With private equity backing and a strong North American presence headquartered in Vernon Hills, this company has doubled in size year over year—and they’re just getting started. They’re looking for a sharp, detail-driven Senior Accountant to help elevate financial operations, support strategic growth, and bring structure to a rapidly evolving environment. Why this Role & Company Stands Out Fast-growing, PE-backed company Global operations, stable industry High visibility across departments, working closely with leadership Opportunity to build and improve processes What You’ll be Doing Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts Support month-end and year-end close Analyze variances and trends Assist with internal and external audits Ensure GAAP compliance File sales and property taxes Contribute to budgeting and forecasting Collaborate with operations and finance teams Strengthen internal controls and reporting Requirements Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance 3–6 years of accounting experience Strong GAAP knowledge ERP experience (SAP or Oracle a plus) Advanced Excel skills Detail-oriented, organized, proactive Comfortable in a fast-paced environment Nice-to-Haves Manufacturing or food industry experience Cost accounting exposure CPA or CPA-track SAP or Oracle expertise Perks and Benefits 401(k) with match Paid time off and holidays Growth opportunities Supportive, team-oriented culture Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance Industries Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LHH by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid paternity leave Paid maternity leave Disability insurance Get notified about new Accountant jobs in
Vernon Hills, IL . Arlington Heights, IL $51,040.00-$57,420.00 2 months ago Des Plaines, IL $45,000.00-$60,000.00 2 months ago Itasca, IL $59,000.00-$68,800.00 1 week ago Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager up to $115k
Wheeling, IL $95,000.00-$110,000.00 17 hours ago Northbrook, IL $76,950.00-$91,170.00 2 weeks ago Northbrook, IL $104,000.00-$126,000.00 3 days ago Schaumburg, IL $60,000.00-$70,000.00 2 weeks ago Wood Dale, IL $115,000.00-$130,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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