Accounting Manager

Location: Rockford, IL
Search Conducted By: Pathway Talent Partners

$80K-$100K Bonus

Pathway Talent Partners is leading the search for a growing, multi-entity services organization seeking a detail-oriented, self-directed Accounting Manager to take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys building and improving processes—not just following them.

This role will be responsible for maintaining strong financial discipline across entities, leading a clean and timely month-end close, and producing comprehensive financial reporting packages. The Accounting Manager will also partner closely with leadership and external CPAs, providing visibility into business performance and supporting financial analysis, including during acquisition and due diligence activities.

This position offers direct exposure to executive leadership and a meaningful opportunity to impact the financial infrastructure of a growing organization.

Ongoing Accounting Operations

• Ensure accurate and timely data flow between operational systems and the general ledger

• Monitor receivables and payables on a recurring basis; manage cash position and support timely vendor disbursements

• Perform regular reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts

• Maintain a rolling short-term cash forecast and track liquidity needs

• Review un-invoiced work and follow up on outstanding customer balances

Close Process & Financial Accuracy

• Lead the monthly close process, including full account reconciliations and period finalization

• Prepare and record accruals across revenue and expenses, including payroll-related items, vendor costs, and other liabilities

• Manage balance sheet accounts such as prepaids, deposits, debt, and fixed assets

• Reconcile activity across multiple entities and ensure financials are completed within established close timelines

M&A / Growth Support

• Assist with acquisition-related efforts, including financial analysis and organization of diligence materials

• Evaluate historical financials and identify adjustments or potential risks

• Support integration of newly acquired entities into existing accounting processes

Reporting & Financial Insights

• Prepare a comprehensive monthly reporting package, including financial statements, cash flow insights, and operational metrics

• Track and analyze key performance indicators such as margins, labor efficiency, profitability, and cash trends

• Partner with leadership to explain variances and provide actionable financial insights

• Coordinate closely with external accounting partners to support tax filings and ensure accurate documentation across entities