Accounting Manager - Talascend
Rosemont, IL
About the Job
Talascend is currently seeking an Accounting Manager for a contract opportunity in Rosemont, IL
Overview:
The Martin Brower 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.
Responsibilities:
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.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
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.
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.
Overview:
The Martin Brower 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.
Responsibilities:
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.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
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.
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.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Source : Talascend
