Accounting Manager Job at McNish Corporation in Aurora

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This role is provided by McNish Corporation. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$88,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

Company Overview

McNish LLC is headquartered in Aurora, IL and is a leading manufacturer of primary and secondary process equipment for the municipal wastewater treatment industry. The company operates three distinct divisions with significant market share and a strong track record of profitable growth.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Accounting Manager is a key partner to executive leadership in the execution of strategic growth and achievement of financial goals. This position supports the accounting/finance team with recent company growth, leads daily operations of the department, and collaborates with functional leaders to develop and execute strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting team, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations
• Manage project accounting and work closely with project managers
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Deliver timely, accurate, and comprehensive financial reports
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage annual audit and tax processes
• Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Monitor compliance with financial regulations and company policies
• Mentor and develop junior accounting staff
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business operations and strategic initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• CPA designation strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Great Plains, NetSuite, SAP)
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
• Exceptional analytical, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Lead external audits
• Willing and able to be on-site

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the construction industry
• Experience with project accounting revenue recognition
• Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics / Great Plains
• Familiarity with ERP implementation or system upgrades
• Experience working in a PE-sponsored company is valued

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time offReferral program
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement