Assistant Accounting Manager at Matteson, Illinois – Matteson, Illinois

Job Title: Assistant Accounting Manager
📍 Location: 21500 Gateway Dr., Matteson, IL
🕒 Schedule: Full-Time
💰 Pay: $90,000 - $110,000 per year
📄 Position Type: Full-Time | On-site

Why Join Peopleworks?

Peopleworks designs and manufactures innovative solutions in the battery and electronic sector, redefining operational standards through efficiency, precision, and innovation. We lead the market in scalable production technology, global integration, and advanced electronics manufacturing. At Peopleworks, we don't just deliver exceptional products—we foster career growth and empower our teams to excel. Join us and be part of a forward-thinking organization where your leadership drives real impact.

What We Offer:

✅ Comprehensive Insurance Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and supplemental coverage (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Advocacy)
✅ 401(k) with Company Contribution – Plan confidently for your future
✅ Paid Time Off – Generous PTO, holidays, and support programs for work-life balance
✅ Work Environment – Dynamic, employee-focused setting with global collaboration
✅ Growth Opportunities – Clear paths for career advancement in a growing organization

Role Snapshot:

As an Assistant Accounting Manager, you will play a key role in driving financial strategy and leadership while ensuring accurate financial closing, budgeting, and forecasting. You will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, maintain robust internal controls, and manage ERP-based cost accounting, inventory valuation, and financial analysis.

Role scope will include:

Leadership and strategic financial directionFinancial closing, budgeting, and forecastingOversight of accounting operations and internal controlsERP-based cost accounting, inventory valuation, and financial analysisCompliance with tax regulations, audits, and financial reporting standards (GAAP, IFRS)

Skills & attributes to be a success in this role:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.Minimum 7 years of relevant experience within Finance or Accounting (inclusive of at least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory role).Advanced proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).In-depth knowledge of financial statements, cost accounting for manufacturing, tax compliance, and audit preparation.Excellent communication abilities.Proven attention to detail and accuracy.Strong emotional resilience, with the capability to perform effectively and efficiently under deadlines.

❇ It would be beneficial (but not essential) if you also have:

Experience in manufacturing accounting (costing, BOM, variance analysis).Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS standards.Understanding of international accounting practices and cross-border reporting.Familiarity with Korean business culture and ability to communicate in Korean.

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