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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.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
Disability insurance
Child care support
Student loan assistance
Tuition assistance
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Industries
Manufacturing
Location: Chicago, IL
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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.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
Disability insurance
Child care support
Student loan assistance
Tuition assistance
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Industries
Manufacturing
Location: Chicago, IL
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