US Finance Manager

Corston Architectural Detail is seeking a US Finance Manager to lead financial operations across the Americas from our on-site office in Hanover Park, IL. This role emphasizes managing day-to-day finance activities, preparing management accounts, and ensuring strict adherence to US GAAP and group policies while driving process improvements. The position offers a yearly salary range of USD 70,000 to 100,000.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts in line with Group policies, procedures, and reporting deadlines.
• Manage day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, company card transactions, and payroll.
• Prepare and post accurate month-end journal entries and complete balance sheet reconciliations in a timely manner.
• Ensure appropriate revenue and expense recognition in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare and reconcile sales tax returns and ensure compliance with relevant federal and state tax requirements.
• Monitor cash balances and prepare regular cash flow forecasts.
• Ensure all finance and accounting activities comply with US GAAP, Group policies, and all applicable federal and state legislation.
• Coordinate year-end financial close activities and support external audit requirements by preparing schedules and responding to audit queries.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial controls, streamline processes, and enhance the efficiency of finance operations.
• Provide financial analysis and operational support to the Global Head of Sales & Strategic Projects, in addition to regular reporting to the Group Finance Director.
• Liaise with the third-party payroll provider to ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and other financial planning activities as required.
• Undertake other ad hoc finance and business support duties as required.
• Travel internationally for training and domestically as required by the business.

Requirements

• US GAAP knowledge.
• NetSuite experience is preferred but not essential.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently.

Technologies

• NetSuite
• Microsoft Excel