Job title: Accounting Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
Job ID: 32837

Job Description

Accounting Manager

Salary: Up to $130K with discretionary bonus opportunity

Location: On-site (100%)

 

Are you a proactive and driven accounting professional looking for a unique opportunity to shape and lead the finance and accounting department of a rapidly growing company?  Would you like to work with a company that provides exposure to famous people?  If you're ready to take on a pivotal role with the potential for significant career advancement, we want to hear from you!

 

About Us:

We are a small company with a bold vision to double over the next 5 years. As an integral part of our organization, you will be a key player in achieving this remarkable goal. Our commitment to personal development means you'll have access to all-expense-paid business trips throughout the year, and you'll be working in a positive, energetic, and motivated environment with a fantastic team.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Founding Financial Guru: You will establish and manage the entire accounting and finance process, including A/P, A/R, payroll, month-end and year-end close.
  • Financial Analysis: Prepare and analyze financial statements, assist with tax returns, and handle cash flow projections and performance projections.
  • Team Builder: As we grow, you'll have the opportunity to hire and manage additional accounting and finance staff.
  • Strategic Partner: Collaborate with the CEO and other stakeholders for strategic planning and forecasting of the business.

 

Qualifications:

  • Educational Background: A degree in Accounting is required; CPA is highly preferred.
  • Experience: 2+ years in accounting and finance would be ideal.
  • Leadership Skills: You should have the ability to make presentations to the CEO, offer strategic advice, and manage others as the business expands.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables and VLOOKUPs) are highly preferred.

 

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary, discretionary bonuses, and excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.
  • Tremendous growth opportunities, including the potential to step into the CFO role as our organization expands.
  • An inspiring, healthy, and positive work environment with motivated colleagues who are fun to work with.

 

Join Us:

If you're ready to embark on this exciting journey, take the lead in building our Finance and Accounting Department, and shape your career within a high-growth organization, we encourage you to apply.  Be part of the team that's propelling our growth and vision!