Senior Accountant Hybrid Chicago, IL

The Senior Accountant Sales and Margin Accounting is responsible for applying accounting principles and practices to account analyze and report on vendor-funded incentive programs (e.g. volume incentive rebates front-end/back-end rebates marketing development funds) and advertising-related activities including cooperative advertising. This role ensures accurate accounting and financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP including ASC 705-20 and supports critical cross-functional business decisions.

What youll do

• Apply accounting principles and procedures to analyze record and review financial information related to vendor funding and advertising programs.
• Interpret complex vendor agreements and incentive contracts to determine appropriate accounting treatment under ASC 705-20 and related GAAP.
• Partner with Product and Partner Management Procurement Marketing FP&A and Revenue Accounting and other stakeholders to understand program structures and accounting implications.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries account reconciliations and analytics on a monthly quarterly and annual basis.
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
• Prepare financial management reports.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly quarterly and year-end closes and reporting deadlines.
• Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures.
• Independently resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
• Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of various vendor funding sources and balance sheet accounts.
• Guide non-financial functional areas through accounting rationale and impact on reporting and control.
• Analyze actual results and provide explanations for variances to plan and prior year.
• Prepare for financial audits and cooperate with the audit process.
• Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on improving business results and processes.
• Complete ad-hoc projects as assigned.
• Act as the primary subject matter expert for vendor funding and advertising accounting overseeing activities performed by the offshore managed service team to ensure high-quality execution.

What we expect of you

• Bachelors degree in finance or accounting or related financial field of study and 3 years of accounting or financial audit experience

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles and practices.
• Solid technical accounting skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with critical attention to detail.
• Track record of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications with strong experience in Excel.
• Proven track record in problem analysis with the ability to creatively and proactively problem solve.
• Track record of identifying process improvements and making appropriate recommendations.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• CPA and Big 4 audit experience are a plus.

Payrange: $71000- $122400depending on experience and skill set

ABenefits overview: ranges may be subject to geographicdifferentialsannualbonus target of5%subject to terms and conditions of plan

CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization

Were looking for people who bring curiosity a learners mindset and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner openness to experimentation and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhancesnot replaceshuman creativity and decision-making. You dont need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore adapt and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.

Additionally CDW is committed to fostering an equitable transparent and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process our goal is to understand your experience strengths skills and qualifications. As an AI forward company we see AI not just as a tool but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking creating and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset one thats curious adaptive and ready to explore whats possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background judgment and voice.

About Us

CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses government education and healthcare organizations achieve whats possible through technology. What makes CDW different isnt just what we doits how we do it. At CDW we act as onebuilding trust speaking candidly and working together to achieve more. We play to winfocusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forwardstaying curious moving fast and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported heard and empowered to contribute. Thats why we think of ourselves as coworkers not just employeesworking together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.

As a fullstack fulllifecycle technology partner CDW brings deep expertise strong relationships and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters your growth is supported and your contributions help shape whats next.

Together we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together we Make Amazing Happen.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.