Accounting Manager

Robert Half
Addison, IL

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a semiconductor and electric components manufacturing environment in Addison, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position will lead core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide financial insight that supports sound business decisions. The role combines hands-on ownership of close and reporting processes with oversight of controls, compliance, payroll, and team coordination.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.
• Manage the month-end close process, including general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and resolution of reporting issues.
• Partner with department leaders to build annual budgets, update forecasts, and explain variances with actionable recommendations.
• Establish and refine reporting procedures and internal controls that improve efficiency, protect company assets, and support reliable financial data.
• Coordinate audit activities by organizing required documentation, working with external auditors, and helping implement improvements based on findings.
• Oversee payroll administration to confirm accurate and timely employee payments, proper deductions, and compliant related accounting entries.
• Direct accounts payable and accounts receivable operations to support timely invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and effective credit practices.
• Analyze financial results, identify inconsistencies or risk areas, and communicate key findings to management for follow-up.
• Supervise a small accounting team by assigning work, supporting development, monitoring performance, and addressing operational concerns.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline.

• At least 5 years of financial management or accounting leadership experience.

• Strong knowledge of month-end close, general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliation.

• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting external or internal audit processes.

• Background in cost accounting within a manufacturing setting, including standard cost accounting.

• Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Proven ability to oversee payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions with a high level of accuracy.

• Advanced degree or accounting certification is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $38/hour to $45/hour. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit reboerthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

Posted 2026-08-08

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