Senior Accountant
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Job Location:
Oak Brook, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 85500 - 139350
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Chamberlain Group (CG) is a global leader in intelligent access and Blackstone portfolio company. Powered by our myQ technology we make access simple and secure for millions of homeowners businesses and communities worldwide. Our flagship brands LiftMaster and Chamberlain are found in 51 million homes and 14 million people rely on the myQ app daily.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (in descending order of percentage of time required)
Financial Close & Consolidation
Lead key aspects of the monthly quarterly and annual close cycles with a high degree of independence.
Prepare and review journal entries account reconciliations and consolidation adjustments to ensure timely and accurate financial results.
Perform companywide consolidation including intercompany eliminations balance validations and cash flow consolidation.
Participate in monthly trial balance reviews to confirm completeness and accuracy of the general ledger.
Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Partnership
Collaborate with Finance FP&A HR and other business partners to streamline close processes and implement best practices that reduce the days-to-close.
Proactively identify issues develop solutions and independently take corrective action.
Serve as a subject matter expert for accounting processes and support cross-functional teams on accounting impacts of operational decisions.
Technical Accounting & Compliance
Support subsidiary accounting teams in adhering to reconciliation and compliance standards.
Assist with annual external audits by preparing requested schedules and supporting documentation.
Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with internal control SOX and corporate governance requirements.
Systems & Data Management
Create maintain and modify chart of account elements (accounts cost/profit centers internal orders) within SAP.
Provide first line support for SAP-related questions including testing of system enhancements or process changes.
Leverage ERP and reporting tools (e.g. SAP ECC BPC) to improve accuracy automation and insight.
Additional Responsibilities
Prepare reporting packages and analyses that assist leadership decision-making.
Contribute to special projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed.
Maintain professional knowledge through training publications and professional organizations.
Minimum Qualifications (requirements necessary to perform listed duties and responsibilities)
Education/Certifications:
Bachelors Degree
Experience:
4 years of relevant work experience
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively with both finance and nonfinance partners.
Strong understanding of US GAAP and corporate accounting processes.
Experience with a large-scale ERP (SAP preferred).
Ability to execute tactical plans while contributing to strategic process improvements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with high attention to detail.
Comfortable managing multiple priorities and adapting to shifting deadlines.
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial systems.
Other:
Ability to travel occasionally (<5%)
Preferred Qualifications
Education/Certifications:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or Business Administration
CPA (Licensed or Registered)
Experience:
Public Accounting
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
SAP ECC or other large-scale ERP platform
Business Planning & Consolidation (BPC)
Other:
Understanding of SOX
The pay range for this position is $85500.00 - $139350.00; base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors including but not limited to the position offered location education training and/or addition to base pay also offered is a comprehensive benefits package and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). This position is eligible for participation in a short-term incentive plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and youll be considered for this role regardless of race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation ancestry; marital disabled or veteran status. Were committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.
Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact in confidence .
NOTE: Staffing agencies headhunters recruiters and/or placement agencies please do not contact our hiring managers directly.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- General Ledger Reconciliation
- Accounting Software
- Account Analysis
- GAAP
- Journal Entries
- QuickBooks
- General Ledger Accounting
- Accounting
- Account Reconciliation
- SOX
- Microsoft Dynamics GP
- NetSuite
