Accounting Manager Opportunity – Industrial & Environmental Services

Classic Westchester

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • $110,000-120,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 hours ago
  • Apply easily
Our client, a leader in environmental services, is seeking an Accounting Manager to join their dynamic finance team. This is a high-impact role where you'll oversee a team of three and take ownership of key accounting functions, performance analysis, and financial reporting for one of their core segments.In this role, you'll play a key role in audits, contribute to the implementation of new accounting standards, and support a variety of special projects across the business.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional looking to step into a dynamic, fast-paced environment with room for impact and growth.What You'll Do:
  • Lead and mentor a team of 2 Accountants and 1 Senior Accountant
  • Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
  • Oversee inventory accounting, including per-unit cost build-up for raw materials and finished goods
  • Manage transportation accounting and ensure accurate cost allocations
  • Prepare monthly KPIs and executive-level financial summaries
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting aligned with US GAAP
  • Partner with cross-functional teams and Segment Controller on budgeting and forecasting
  • Provide insightful performance analysis to drive profit and operational efficiency
  • Support quarterly board materials and monthly management commentary
  • Play a key role in the annual audit and implementation of new accounting standards
  • Perform quarterly site visits to the Indianapolis Re-refinery
What We're Looking For:
  • 8-12 years of experience in accounting, audit, finance, or business unit controllership
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (CPA preferred or in progress)
  • Experience working in the industrial, environmental, or manufacturing sector.
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting
  • Experience supervising and leading teams, mentoring and developing employees
  • Excellent Excel skills, NetSuite experience is a plus
  • Exceptional attention to detail, analytical mindset, and communication skills
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally and supporting leadership-level decisions
  • Ability to learn and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
  • Travel up to 20% per year
  • Salary: $120-130 + bonus potential; work onsite in the headquarters

Classic Westchester