What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager- Venture Capital Backed Start-Up position at Michael Page?
Rare opportunity to join a venture capital backed tech/manufacturing start-up at an exciting point in their history as they prepare to go to market. They are looking to identify an Accounting Manager that will play an important role in the company's success.
Client Details
One of the most exciting & unique venture capital backed start-ups to launch in the Chicago market. Backed by some of the most successful investors in the world, they are getting ready to-go-to market and are poised for a tremendous period of growth over the next 5 years. This company takes advantage of both technological developments and significant manufacturing efficiencies to have innovated a product set to change a substantial part of the market as we know it. Forward thinking, inspiring leadership with a fun and vibrant culture.
Description
Based in Chicago, they are now looking to add an Accounting Manager to join their busy and growing accounting & finance function. This person will work closely with the Controller and CFO, as well as having supervisory duties over a junior team.
The successful candidate will play a significant role in the development of internal processes, including the set-up of a robust cost & inventory accounting process. In addition, this person will be involved in the month-end, year-end close, preparation of financial statements, financial analysis and various ad-hoc reporting for the CFO & CEO.
Profile
To be considered for this position, candidates are required to have either:
1) 3 years of experience within public accounting, working closely with manufacturing clients.
OR
2) A strong record within cost & inventory accounting within a busy and fast paced manufacturing firm.
Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance is required, CPA qualification is advantageous but is not essential.
Job Offer
A competitive base salary alongside a generous benefits package including:
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Free healthcare (zero out of pocket cost!)
- Bonus potential of up to 10%-20%
- 3 weeks of PTO sick days public holidays
- 401k match
- Long term career development opportunities into more senior positions within the business
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
Salary : $90,000 - $140,000
