NEW JOB OPENING
ACCOUNTING MANAGER
IN Rosemont, IL, USA!

The Corporate Controller group is seeking an experienced and highly analytical Contract Accounting Manager to join our team. This role requires a strong background in US GAAP accounting and reporting, month-end close processes, year-end audits, and account reconciliation analysis, with particular experience in consolidating financial statements for multi-entity global organizations. The ideal candidate will be an independent worker with advanced Excel skills and familiarity with BlackLine, JDE, OneStream, PowerBI and Planful. This position demands the ability to understand consolidation concepts and analyze financial data and reporting across various scenarios including budget versus actuals, prior year comparisons, and forecasts.



Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred



Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in accounting, with a strong focus on US GAAP accounting and reporting, consolidation, year-end audits, and account reconciliation

• Proficiency in US GAAP and consolidation concepts

• Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis

• Experience using financial systems: Blackline, JDE, OneStream, PowerBI and Planful

• Strong analytical abilities to assess and interpret financial data across various scenarios

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong analytical skills with an ability to focus on the details

• Strong interpersonal and exceptional problem solving skills

• Proficient in the use of Excel

• Experience with other Microsoft applications (Access, Outlook, Word)

• Understanding of Cost Accounting / Activity Based Modeling

• Ability to understand, develop and refine processes

• Ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines and while managing associated pressure

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Possess a Professional Demeanor

• Ability to work extended hours as needed

• Ability to work independently/self-managed and in a team environment

• Ability to interact with personnel at all levels within the organization to obtain, discuss, and analyze information and processes for all distribution operations

• Travel as required (approximately 20%)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office



Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of JD Edwards One World

• Experience with Host Analytics

• Experience with Cognos or other FPM/BI tools

• Experience working in the distribution or manufacturing industry

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)



Personal Attributes:

• Independent and proactive work style

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment



Key Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Forecast/Budget Template Creation: Support the creation and maintenance of existing excel forecast templates that will integrate OneStream reporting

• Financial Consolidation: Assist in the consolidation process and reporting for a dynamic, multi-entity global organization. Ensure that financial statements from various countries are accurately combined and reported

• Year-End Audits: Oversee and help manage the year-end audit process, working closely with external auditors to provide necessary documentation and support. Address any audit findings or queries promptly

• Data Analysis: Analyze financial data across various scenarios, including budget versus actuals, prior year comparisons, and forecasts. Provide insights and recommendations based on your analysis

• System Utilization: Utilize accounting systems and tools, including BlackLine, JDE, OneStream, Power BI and Planful, to streamline processes and improve accuracy

• Independent Work: Demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Manage multiple priorities effectively and deliver high-quality results on time

• Process Improvement: Identify and recommend improvements to accounting processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness



Accounting Manager Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Prepare month-end close function for multiple distribution centers including: preparation of financial / operational reports, expense / inventory variance analysis, balance sheet account reconciliation

• Support quarterly inventory process for several distribution centers

• Support capital spending / approval process

• Support pricing /rebate / recovery request process

• Support development of annual business plans and quarterly forecasts

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual external customer financial /operational reporting

• Support DC leadership with preparation of DC performance reporting for local Supply Chain Advisory Councils

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data, quantifying financial opportunity and risk, and communicating the optimal business decisions/actions

• Enhance and/or develop new financial models to improve existing financial plans or decision analyses

• Develop financial analysis tools to assist in management decisions

• Lead and/or participate in business initiatives

• Develop/maintain key metrics as required

• Support annual external audit process

• Support periodic Client audit process

• Any other duties as assigned

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**