Vice President of Accounting & Administration
City Staffing · Chicago, Illinois, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Vice President of Accounting & Administration
If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.
Location: Hybrid (3-4 Days In Office)Compensation: $160,000-$225,000 Base Salary + Up to 10% Discretionary BonusEmployment Type: Full-Time, Executive LeadershipCareer Path: Defined Path to CFO
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Accounting & Administration to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and administrative functions for a growing organization.
This highly visible leadership role is ideal for a candidate with a strong public accounting foundation who is ready to take ownership of accounting and finance operations while partnering directly with executive leadership. The successful candidate will combine technical accounting expertise, leadership skills, executive presence, and a hands-on approach to process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee general ledger accounting, monthly financial statements, and P&L reporting.Lead accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and commission calculations.Manage and develop a team of 10+ accounting and administrative professionals.Analyze revenue and expense variances and provide recommendations to leadership.Oversee KPIs, financial reporting, and multiple business unit P&Ls.Serve as a key financial partner to ownership, executives, and board stakeholders.Supervise administrative operations, including office management functions.Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and improve accounting processes.Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.Master's degree preferred.CPA preferred.8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting experience.5+ years of audit experience, preferably with a Big 4, national, or established regional public accounting firm.5+ years of leadership experience managing accounting teams.Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and variance analysis.Experience improving accounting processes and implementing operational efficiencies.Sage experience is a plus.Financial services or asset management experience is a plus but not required.
Ideal Candidate
Brings strong audit and public accounting credentials.Demonstrates executive presence and strong communication skills.Has a stable career history with progressive growth and leadership responsibility.Enjoys building teams, improving processes, and driving results.Thrives in a high-performance environment and works well with senior leadership.
Why Apply?
Executive-level leadership opportunity.Direct exposure to ownership and senior leadership.Opportunity to lead a high-performing accounting team.Significant visibility and strategic influence.Defined succession path to CFO.
City Staffing is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all aspects of our business. As a women-owned and operated business, WBE certified, we recognize the importance of creating an inclusive and welcoming work environment for all individuals regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, ability, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, or sexual orientation.
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If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.
Location: Hybrid (3-4 Days In Office)Compensation: $160,000-$225,000 Base Salary + Up to 10% Discretionary BonusEmployment Type: Full-Time, Executive LeadershipCareer Path: Defined Path to CFO
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Accounting & Administration to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and administrative functions for a growing organization.
This highly visible leadership role is ideal for a candidate with a strong public accounting foundation who is ready to take ownership of accounting and finance operations while partnering directly with executive leadership. The successful candidate will combine technical accounting expertise, leadership skills, executive presence, and a hands-on approach to process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee general ledger accounting, monthly financial statements, and P&L reporting.Lead accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and commission calculations.Manage and develop a team of 10+ accounting and administrative professionals.Analyze revenue and expense variances and provide recommendations to leadership.Oversee KPIs, financial reporting, and multiple business unit P&Ls.Serve as a key financial partner to ownership, executives, and board stakeholders.Supervise administrative operations, including office management functions.Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and improve accounting processes.Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.Master's degree preferred.CPA preferred.8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting experience.5+ years of audit experience, preferably with a Big 4, national, or established regional public accounting firm.5+ years of leadership experience managing accounting teams.Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and variance analysis.Experience improving accounting processes and implementing operational efficiencies.Sage experience is a plus.Financial services or asset management experience is a plus but not required.
Ideal Candidate
Brings strong audit and public accounting credentials.Demonstrates executive presence and strong communication skills.Has a stable career history with progressive growth and leadership responsibility.Enjoys building teams, improving processes, and driving results.Thrives in a high-performance environment and works well with senior leadership.
Why Apply?
Executive-level leadership opportunity.Direct exposure to ownership and senior leadership.Opportunity to lead a high-performing accounting team.Significant visibility and strategic influence.Defined succession path to CFO.
City Staffing is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all aspects of our business. As a women-owned and operated business, WBE certified, we recognize the importance of creating an inclusive and welcoming work environment for all individuals regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, ability, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, or sexual orientation.
By submitting your resume to City Staffing, you are agreeing to receive text messages about employment opportunities. Reply with STOP to stop receiving messages. xzbcwsv Message & Data rates may apply.
Details
| Company | City Staffing |
| Location | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | finance |
| Experience | permanent |
