Shared Services Manager
Unspecified
United States, Illinois, Vernon Hills
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Salary
$100,000 - $130,000 Per Year
Rank
Senior Manager
Responsibility
Functional Tower Lead
Scope
Regional
Workplace
100% in office
Functions
Finance
IT
Reports to
Controller
Level
N-2
Travel Max:
0%
Posting Date
07-16-2025
Description
As the Shared Services Manager, you will be responsible for leading the entire AP/AR function, while leading a team of 4+ Credit Specialists and Treasury team. You will report into the Controller, and there is tons of room for progression internally so it is the perfect time to join!
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary contact for all internal accounts payable and receivable (AP/AR) inquiries from the business team.
- Maintain up-to-date AP/AR aging reports, ensuring timely collections and payments.
- Address and oversee resolution of all AP/AR-related issues promptly through team coordination.
- Ensure full reconciliation of accounts with both vendors and customers.
- Handle intercompany reconciliations and payments involving sister companies and external partners.
- Lead and supervise the AP/AR team to ensure efficient operations.
- Ensure adherence to established payment processes and controls across the team.
- Verify that the accounting system accurately reflects all credit activity and complies with company policy.
- Confirm all supplier advances have the necessary approvals and maintain regular communication with the procurement team.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to members of the AP/AR team.
- Support risk reporting procedures as required.
- Work closely with stakeholders to deliver routine business support for informed decision-making.
- Oversee the AP/AR month-end close process, ensuring timely, accurate financial results and conducting variance analysis.
- Manage and contribute to complex audit and reporting assignments, both internal and external.
- Ensure all activities comply with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Perform additional responsibilities as needed
Qualification & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or related field
- 6+years of relevant AP/AR experience required
- Manufacturing or CPG industry experience required
- Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, BI, Excel4Apps, and other integrated reporting solutions
- Excellent teamwork and relationship building
- Ability to work with a diverse team across various geographies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks accurately and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail, strong sense of urgency, and ownership
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- 10% bonus potential
- Strong benefits
- Great company culture and positive work environment
- Ample room to progress your career
- Highly visible role, partnering with the VP of Finance and Senior Leaders
Company Profile
Unspecified
Industry
Food Manufacturing
Revenue
Employees
Fortune 500 Rank
NA
Global 500 Rank
NA
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