Accounting Manager

Clausen Miller P.C. seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to serve as a key financial leader and strategic business partner within our growing organization. This role reports to our CFO and 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. An integral role within the Accounting department responsibilities will involve: Month-end and year-end close, reporting packages. and participation in multiple audits. Management of internal controls and policies while working cross-functionally to identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies.Manage Accounting staffOversee and report on large projects and accounts with visibility to the leadership team.Facilitate month end close and annual auditsIdentify, create, and maintain internal controlsAll decisions and adjustments related to the commercial balance sheet Experience or skills Needed To Be Successful:Bachelor’s degree, MBA or CPA5-6 years of experienceTeam player who can work and communicate with all levels of employeesExperience with Excel, Word, PPT, ERP Compensation:Compensation may vary based on the job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the individual.Competitive annual salary of $ 90,000 - $130,000 in Chicago, ILComprehensive health and welfare benefitsCompany matching 401(k) contributionsGenerous PTO This is a tremendous opportunity to build an accounting team with industry best practices as the focus and goal.