Job Opportunity: Manager - Corporate Accounting Location: Downers Grove, IL (Hybrid)Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 (Plus Bonus Potential) Our client is looking for a dynamic Manager - Corporate Accounting to join their team. This position offers great visibility within the organization and the opportunity to make a significant impact across global business units. As a Manager - Corporate Accounting, you'll oversee a team of Senior Accountants and a shared services team while collaborating with other departments like SEC Reporting & Global Consolidations, Financial Systems & Transformation, Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, IT/Digital, Legal, and Human Resources. You will play a key role in driving continuous improvement and process optimization within the accounting functions. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the Corporate Accounting team, including two Senior Accountants and 10+ staff in the shared services accounting team. Oversee the month-end closing for the Corporate office and domestic holding companies, managing functions such as insurance, debt, pension, fixed assets, legal reserves, cash, payroll, and intercompany allocations. Review and approve journal entries and general ledger reconciliations prepared by Senior Accountants and shared services teams. Implement continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance processes and leverage the shared services model. Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, including quarterly financial results and key fluctuations. Collaborate on pension reporting and accounting, working with third-party actuaries on impact to consolidated financials. Interface with auditors during reviews and audits, ensuring internal controls and compliance are met. Support cross-functional projects and ad-hoc requests from various departments. Qualifications for the Accounting Manager: 7+ years of accounting experience with a demonstrated track record of managing teams. A strong foundation in accounting with an undergraduate degree and CPA certification preferred. Previous experience in large public accounting firms is highly desirable. In-depth understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, analysis, and SOX compliance. Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills to work effectively with senior management. A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement and problem-solving. Experience working with or managing shared service teams is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word. Familiarity with Oracle and OneStream is a plus. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a key part of the finance function while contributing to strategic initiatives across the business.