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Accounting Manager

Art Expressions
Gurnee, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2027

About Art Expressions

Art Expressions is a nationally recognized art consulting firm specializing in creating healing environments for healthcare facilities and inspiring spaces for corporate clients. For more than 30 years, we've partnered with architects, interior designers, healthcare systems, and corporations to transform spaces through thoughtfully curated artwork that enhances the human experience.

As our company continues to grow, we're looking for an Accounting Manager who wants to do more than manage the books. We're seeking someone who enjoys building systems, improving processes, and helping shape the financial infrastructure of an expanding, creative organization.

You'll join a collaborative team of art consultants, designers, project managers, and operations professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional client experiences. This is an opportunity to become a key member of our leadership team and make a meaningful impact on the future growth of the company.


Position Summary

The Accounting Manager will oversee the day-to-day financial operations of Art Expressions while helping modernize and streamline our accounting processes. This role is ideal for someone with extensive QuickBooks Online experience who enjoys identifying opportunities for automation, creating efficient workflows, implementing scalable systems, and improving financial reporting.

Beyond traditional accounting responsibilities, we're looking for someone who can bring fresh ideas, leverage technology, and help build the financial processes needed to support a growing business.


Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee accounting operations including A/R, A/P, cash management, payroll review, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
  • Develop and maintain project budgets while collaborating with project managers and designers.
  • Manage HR administration, onboarding, compliance, and Paychex Flock processes.
  • Prepare forecasting, annual budgets, KPI reporting, and management reports.
  • Supervise accounting staff and support vendor registrations and insurance requests.
  • Develop, improve, and document accounting systems, workflows, and procedures.
  • Manage accounting for affiliated real estate entities.
  • Recommend and implement technology and process improvements as the company grows.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • 5 years of accounting experience with supervisory responsibilities.
  • Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong analytical, communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
  • Experience improving systems and implementing scalable accounting processes.


Salary: $70,000–$85,000


Why Join Art Expressions?

Work alongside talented designers, project managers, artists, and creative professionals while helping shape the future of a growing national company. Your ideas will be valued, your work will make a measurable impact, and you'll have the opportunity to grow into senior financial leadership.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful completion of a criminal background check, employment verification, professional reference checks, education verification (if applicable), and authorization to work in the United States.

Salary : $70,000 - $85,000

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