Top 1215 Accountant Jobs in Oak Forest, Il

Accounting Manager
Confidential —Naperville, IL
- $73,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- CPA
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5d
Staff Accountant II
Sertoma Star Services —Alsip, IL
- $63,000 - $68,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- CPA
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
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Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting
Ingredion Incorporated —Westchester, IL
- $102,100.00 - $136,166.67 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Regional Controller
Ace Hardware Corporation —Oak Brook, IL
- $120,200 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- 5 years
- Finance
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Senior Accounting Professional
Confidential —Chicago, IL
- $110,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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12d
Local Contractor Seeking Full or Part-Time Accountant
T.J. Cachey Builders Inc. II —Orland Park, IL
- From $45 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
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Accountant
Village of Hazel Crest —Hazel Crest, IL
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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12d
Staff Accountant/ Property Accountant
SPAAN Tech, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $30.31 - $32.37 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- 5 years
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Intermediate Accountant
CFS —Naperville, IL
- $70,000 - $95,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
Project Accountant
Leoforce —Elmhurst, IL
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Children
- 2 years
- Profit sharing
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Senior Plant Accountant
CFS —Downers Grove, IL
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- 7 years
- Finance
- Analysis skills
- 401(k) matching
9d
Staff Accountant
The LaSalle Network —Chicago, IL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Contract
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
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13d
Junior Accountant
Confidential —Westchester, IL
- $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Analysis skills
- Paid time off
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Accountant - Corporate Accounting
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $71,700 - $84,800 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ERP systems
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
12d
Intermediate Accountant
Berkley —Naperville, IL
- $70,000 - $95,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
13d
Staff Accountant
Berkots Super Foods —Joliet, IL
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Staff Accountant
Hubbard Financial, Inc —Mokena, IL
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Online Application
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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6d
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT- FINANCE
Cook County Health & Hospitals System —Chicago, IL
- $117,778 - $136,497 a year
- Full-time
- Oracle
- CPA
- Hospital
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
12d
Accountant General
Franciscan Health —Munster, IN
- Full-time
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
2d
Staff Internal Auditor
Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $66,560 - $108,326 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level

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Accounting Manager

Confidential
Naperville, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$73,000 - $80,000 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Referral program

Qualifications

Operational analysis
Teamwork
Internal controls
Bachelor's degree
Managing accounting teams
Organizational skills
Process management

Full Job Description

Accounting Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to serve as a key financial leader and strategic business partner within a growing organization. This role is responsible for financial management, reporting accuracy, internal controls, cash flow oversight, and operational decision support.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with a hands-on, business-oriented mindset. This individual will drive financial performance, accountability, process improvement, and operational excellence while partnering closely with leadership across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations

Lead the preparation, review, and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
Prepare and analyze P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
Perform variance analysis and identify key drivers impacting financial performance.
Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic and operational decision-making.
Present financial results and key business insights to leadership.

Accounting & Controls

Manage and oversee the month-end and year-end close processes.
Ensure accuracy and completeness of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Drive improvements in accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and financial visibility.
Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance.
Support internal and external audits and implement recommendations as needed.
Perform risk assessments and identify opportunities for control enhancements.
Coordinate with external tax advisors regarding income tax filings and related compliance matters.
Ensure compliance with financial reporting and statutory requirements.
Manage sales and use tax compliance activities.
Oversee fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and asset disposals.
Support inventory counts and related audit procedures.

Finance Business Partnership

Serve as a trusted financial advisor to operational leadership.
Provide actionable insights to improve profitability, margins, and working capital performance.
Translate operational metrics into meaningful financial indicators.
Develop business cases, ROI analyses, and capital expenditure evaluations.
Partner with operations, supply chain, sales, and marketing teams to improve business performance.
Support pricing strategies, contract reviews, and cost analysis initiatives.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

Lead the annual budgeting process.
Develop and maintain forecasts for revenue, expenses, and cash flow.
Identify business risks and opportunities and recommend corrective actions.
Support long-range financial planning initiatives.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

Monitor and improve working capital performance, including inventory, receivables, and payables.
Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts.
Identify opportunities to strengthen liquidity and optimize capital utilization.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Serve as a liaison between operational teams and finance leadership.
Drive process improvement initiatives, automation efforts, and ERP optimization projects.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
CPA designation strongly preferred.

Experience

6+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
Minimum of 2 years in an Accounting Manager, Controller, Finance Manager, or similar leadership role.
Experience managing financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, internal controls, and audits.
Experience in a multi-entity, manufacturing, distribution, project-based, or similar operational environment preferred.
Experience working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization preferred.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence/reporting tools is a plus.

Preferred Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and business partnering abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
High level of integrity, accountability, and professional judgment.
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence.
Experience with job costing, work-in-process (WIP) accounting, and project-based financial management is a plus.

Compensation:

Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

Pay: $73,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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