Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager – Cost Accounting (Manufacturing)

Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)

Overview

We are partnering with a growing manufacturing organization in Chicago to hire an Accounting Manager with a strong background in cost accounting. This role will lead core accounting operations, oversee financial reporting, and manage a team of two Senior Accountants. The ideal candidate brings deep manufacturing experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and the ability to drive process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting

• Oversee and manage cost accounting functions, including inventory valuation, standard costing, variance analysis, and margin analysis

• Review and analyze cost of goods sold (COGS), labor, and overhead variances

• Supervise and develop a team of 2 Senior Accountants, providing guidance and performance feedback

• Maintain and review general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP

• Partner with operations and plant leadership to provide financial insights and support decision-making

• Lead and support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes

• Coordinate with external auditors and manage the annual audit process

• Strengthen and maintain internal controls and accounting policies

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains within the accounting function

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience

• Strong cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment required

• Proven experience managing or mentoring staff (direct oversight preferred)

• Deep understanding of inventory, standard costing, and variance analysis

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JD Edwards, NetSuite, Dynamics)

• Advanced Excel skills

• CPA preferred

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Why Join

• High-visibility role partnering directly with leadership and operations

• Opportunity to influence cost structure and operational efficiency

• Stable and growing organization within the manufacturing space

• Clear path for growth into Controller-level responsibilities

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Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and holidays

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Equal Opportunity Employer

LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

Pay Details: $100,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year

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