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Insight Global
Division Accounting Manager
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What they do
An Accounting Manager manages the accounting department of a company or organization. Directs the accounting staff that prepare financial statements and business activity and forecasting reports and tax filings. Monitors accounting data. Implements and manages accounting policies and procedures. Advises management with regard to finance decisions.
$149,009 / year median in Illinois
-14% projected decline
Job Description
Job Description Insight Global is seeking a Business Unit Accounting Manager to support a growing manufacturing operation with locations across the United States and Mexico. This position will serve as a key business partner to manufacturing and operations leadership, supporting financial planning, forecasting, cost accounting, financial analysis, and internal controls across multiple locations. This is not a traditional accounting role focused on Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable. Instead, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing accounting and cost accounting and be comfortable partnering directly with Business Unit Managers and operational leaders to analyze business performance, manufacturing costs, and financial results. This role supports three manufacturing locations and reports directly to the Business Unit Finance leadership.
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Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Partner directly with Business Unit Managers and operational leadership teams to support financial performance and decision-making. Review and analyze expenses, manufacturing costs, financial results, and operational performance. Support forecasting, budgeting, and annual planning activities for the business unit. Consolidate financial information and reporting across manufacturing locations in: Baja, Mexico Elgin, IL Marion, NY Analyze manufacturing and production variances and provide recommendations to leadership. Maintain standard costing and support manufacturing cost updates. Perform account reconciliations and support financial reporting activities. Maintain and support internal controls, audits, and compliance initiatives, including SOX-related activities. Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the fiscal year. Support inventory-related financial analysis, reporting, and physical inventory activities. Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and analysis (approximately 10% of the role). We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review