Accounting Manager

Job DescriptionJob Description About This Role Midland Federal Savings is a federally chartered mutual savings institution serving the Chicagoland community. We are looking for an Accounting Manager to own the month-end close, accounts payable operations, and general ledger reconciliations. You will report to the VP Controller. This is a hands-on role at a regulated financial institution. If you are a Senior Accountant ready to step into a leadership position with direct ownership of the close process, this is your opportunity. Responsibilities Month-End Close Lead the full month-end close cycle, including preparation and posting of all recurring and variable journal entries. Prepare prepaid expense amortization schedules. Review new invoices, classify treatment, and maintain the prepaid inventory. Prepare investment-related entries and coordinate with the investment custodian and broker for monthly source data. Prepare financial statements, trial balance review, and variance analysis. Accounts Payable Own the full AP cycle: invoice receipt, coding, approval routing, entry, and payment processing. Manage vendor relationships, W-9 collection, and annual 1099 reporting. Review invoice coding against the chart of accounts and ensure proper classification of prepaid vs. operating expenses. Process check runs and wire payments. Maintain the AP aging schedule. Resolve vendor discrepancies, duplicate payments, and missing documentation Reconciliations Perform monthly GL reconciliations: bank accounts, investment accounts, accrued interest, prepaid assets, and accrued liabilities. Investigate and resolve reconciling items. Maintain organized documentation for audit support. Support quarterly CECL documentation and coordinate with external consultants. Regulatory and Audit Support Support quarterly Call Report preparation with accurate GL-to-schedule mapping. Prepare workpapers for the annual PCAOB audit and respond to regulatory examination requests. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 3 to 5 years of accounting experience including month-end close, journal entries, and GL reconciliations. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accrual-basis accounting.

Advanced Excel skills:

formulas, pivot tables, multi-tab workbook design. Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and traceability Ability to work independently and manage the close calendar. Preferred Experience in banking or financial institution accounting. Experience with Call Report preparation or investment accounting What We Offer A seat at the table with visibility into regulatory reporting, audit, and executive leadership. Opportunity to build and improve accounting systems and controls. Competitive salary and benefits pack