Senior Accounting Manager
Chicago, IL
USA – Accounting / Finance /
Full Time /
Hybrid
Step Out of the Audit Room. Step Into Strategic Impact.
Senior Accounting Manager – Daniels Health | Chicago (Hybrid)
Are you a Public Accounting leader ready to make the leap into industry? At Daniels Health, we’re looking for a Senior Accounting Manager who’s ready to trade timesheets for transformation—someone who can bring technical excellence, lead with insight, and help shape the financial future of a global, mission-driven organization.
Why Make the Move to Daniels Health?
From Compliance to Contribution
You’ve mastered GAAP, audits, and internal controls. Now, apply that expertise where it drives real business outcomes. At Daniels, your accounting leadership will directly influence operational decisions, margin improvement, and strategic growth.
Global Reach, Local Impact
Founded in 1986, Daniels Health is a global leader in healthcare waste management, operating across six continents. With over 1,100 employees, we’re the second-largest provider in North America—and growing fast.
Innovation Backed by Accountability
We invest in R&D, sustainability, and smarter systems. Behind every innovation is a finance team ensuring fiscal discipline and operational excellence.
What You’ll Own:
Financial Leadership & Reporting
Lead the month-end close and deliver accurate, GAAP-compliant financials.
Provide variance analysis and insights to senior leadership.
Align accounting practices with business strategy.
Controls & Compliance
Strengthen internal controls and lead external audits.
Ensure full compliance with US GAAP and regulatory standards.
Business Partnering
Collaborate with Legal, HR, IT, and Ops to drive data-informed decisions.
Support client-facing teams with financial analysis and presentations.
Payroll & Cost Oversight
Oversee payroll accounting and cost allocations.
Analyze labor and operational costs to support margin initiatives.
Process & Systems Optimization
Identify and implement process improvements.
Leverage automation and ERP systems to streamline workflows.
What You Bring:
-CPA (or equivalent) with 9+ years of progressive experience, including public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier) and/or industry.
-Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and reporting.
-Proven leadership in managing teams and cross-functional collaboration.
-High proficiency in Excel and financial systems (ERP experience preferred).
-A strategic mindset with strong communication and analytical skills.
Why You’ll Thrive Here:
Strategic Seat at the Table: Report directly to the Global CFO.
Collaborative Culture: Work with high-performing, cross-functional teams.
Growth & Impact: Be part of a company that values continuous improvement.
Flexibility: Hybrid work model with meaningful travel to connect with teams.
Ready to Make the Move?
This isn’t just a step out of public accounting—it’s a step into leadership, influence, and purpose. Join Daniels Health and help us lead with numbers, and influence with insight.
$180,000 - $200,000 a year
“The pay range for this position is $180,000 to $200,000 salary. Actual compensation within this range will depend on factors unique to each candidate, such as prior experience, skill, certifications, and work location. Pay variations by location reflect local conditions and differences in the cost of labor.
At Daniels Health, we are committed to supporting our employees’ well-being, work-life balance, and career growth through a comprehensive benefit package. Eligible employees enjoy benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans with company match contributions, paid vacation and sick time, wellness resources, life insurance, and professional development opportunities.”
Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
