AKIRA Insights · 2 weeks ago
Accounting Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $135K/yr
4+ years expAKIRA is a women's clothing boutique that has expanded to over 35 stores across the United States. The Accounting Manager will oversee daily accounting operations, manage a team, ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, and drive continuous improvement within the accounting function.
AnalyticsBusiness DevelopmentBusiness IntelligenceConsultingManagement Consulting
Responsibilities
Manage all accounting functions and develop, maintain, and improve accounting and financial procedures in compliance with internal policies, U.S. GAAP, and applicable regulations
Supervise and mentor a small accounting team, fostering growth and building a high-performing department aligned with company expansion
Ensure timely and accurate monthly and annual closing processes, including the preparation of U.S. GAAP-compliant financial statements
Maintain the general ledger and oversee preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements
Keep audit-ready books with consistent daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations
Perform monthly close activities, including journal entries, accrual analysis, and account reconciliations
Maintain fixed asset schedules and reporting
Manage cash flow and prepare cash forecasts
Participate in annual budgeting and prepare periodic financial forecasts (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow)
Analyze financial statements to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
Prepare management presentations, financial analyses, and special projects as assigned
Serve as an advisor to team members and other departments in developing and tracking KPIs
Oversee compliance and reporting for local, state, and federal tax filings, including sales/use and payroll taxes across 15+ states
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
Minimum 4+ years of accounting experience
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
Preferred
CPA designation or interest in pursuing CPA strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Pet Insurance
Life
LTD
FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA
Flex Transit (CTA)
401(k)
A generous employee discount
Company
AKIRA Insights
AKIRA is a niche Data & Analytics Services provider.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-12-05Acquired
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