Office Manager Jobs in Illinois

An Office Manager in the Accounting industry is responsible for overseeing and coordinating office operations and procedures to ensure organizational effectiveness and efficiency. They are in charge of maintaining office systems, supervising staff, managing budgets, overseeing the upkeep of office facilities, and coordinating with management on staff requirements. They are also pivotal in the preparation of financial reports, invoices, memos, business letters, and other documents.

Since this role requires a keen eye for detail and excellent organizational skills, those aspiring to be an Office Manager in this industry often come from positions such as an Administrative Assistant, a Front Office Executive, or a Finance Assistant. Essential skills include proficiency in accounting software, strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to multitask. While a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is typically required, having certifications such as Certified Manager (CM) or Certified Office Manager (COM) could give applicants an edge over the competition.

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Accounting Admin

  • Libertyville, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Libertyville, IL
  • 1 hour ago

Accounting Admin/Assistant Position Overview: An established company in Libertyville is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Admin/Assistant to support their operations and take on...

Fund Finance /Fund Accounting Associate - Real Estate/Private Credit Job ID:R0341031 Full/Part-Time: Full-time Regular/Temporary: Regular Listed: 2025-04-14 Location: Chicago

Accounting Associate

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

What You’ll Do The Finance/Accounting Associate role is an integral part of finance team and provides support in the areas of accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank deposits, vendor relations, month-end...

Sr. Accounting Associate

  • Bedford Park, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Bedford Park, IL
  • 6 days ago

Assist in preparations of month end closings of the financials for the plant. Issue daily reports of financial matters, discrepancies, or irregularities to Controller as assigned....

Accounting Associate

  • Westmont, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Westmont, IL
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare financial statements for a portfolio of properties, including General Ledger month-end close, actual to budget variance review, and ability to learn various types of real estate...

Associate, Accounting

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities Prepare financial statements for a portfolio of properties, including General Ledger month-end close, actual to budget variance review, cash management, audits, bank reconciliations...

Accounting Associate (Spoke CAAS - Technology Industry)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth...

Accounting Associate - Facilities & Services

  • Urbana, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 7 days ago

Accounting Associate - Facilities & Services Facilities & Services Facilities & Services (F&S) is seeking two Accounting Associates. The first position is focused on providing specialized...

Associate, Accounting

  • Westmont, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Westmont, IL
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities Prepare financial statements for a portfolio of properties, including General Ledger month-end close, actual to budget variance review, cash management, audits, bank reconciliations...

Senior Accounting Associate 1

  • Westmont, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Westmont, IL
  • 12 days ago

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology...

Accounting Office Administrator

  • Georgetown, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Georgetown, IL
  • 13 days ago

You'll work closely with the Office Manager and Office Manager Assistant to ensure smooth office operations and accurate financial records....

Senior Associate - Accounting Advisory (Government & Public Sector)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 days ago

entries Ability to troubleshoot and solve account reconciliation issues Prior experience coaching and developing less experienced associates What you can expect from us: Our shared values that foster...

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Senior Accounting Associate I

  • Westmont, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Westmont, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Senior Accounting Associate I Responsibilities : Prepare financial statements for a portfolio of properties, including General Ledger month-end close, actual to budget variance review, audits, and knowledge...

Accounting Associate

  • Itasca, IL
  • 29 days ago
  • Itasca, IL
  • 29 days ago

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE Location: Itasca, IL$50,000 - $60,000 JOB DESCRIPTION: About the Company & Opportunity Growing insurance company is looking to add an Accounting Specialist to their growing...

Technical Accounting & Admin, Portfolio Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

The Portfolio Manager Operations oversees the administration of insurance and/or reinsurance accounts and contracts, from establishing and maintaining contractual data, processing the insurance...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Office Manager Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Office Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Office Managers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.6%
Master's Degree
20.2%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
High School or GED
11.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.6%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Office Managers in Illinois
2-4 years
31.2%
1-2 years
26.8%
4-6 years
21.7%
6-8 years
6.9%
8-10 years
5.0%
Less than 1 year
4.2%
None
3.2%
10+ years
0.9%


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