Chicago, Illinois
Accounting Manager Job Opening in Chicago, Illinois - Our client is looking for an Accounting Manager to join our Finance and Accounting team reporting to the Director, Accounting. This position will be the primary contact and will be responsible for monthly close, financial reporting, account analysis and reconciliations. Specific close duties will banking and bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, vendor deposits and other assets.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for bank reconciliations and daily cash reporting, booking month end journal entries and preparing account analysis for prepaid expenses, vendor deposits and other assets.
Participate in the month, quarter and year end close including:
Preparation of journal entries
Preparation of account reconciliations and analysis,
Prepare monthly commentary as to variances to budgets
Assist with the preparation of monthly management reporting packs and board books for board of directors meetings
Contribute to monthly review meetings
Assist with the preparation of financials, variance to budget analysis and other key financial data for monthly meeting with brand management
Ensure all accounting processes including general ledger, journal entries, bank reconciliations and revenue recognition are in compliance with GAAP
Assist with external audits
Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor?s degree in Accounting required
7+ years accounting experience; CPA preferred
Private Accounting experience required, media experience strongly preferred
Advanced Excel skills required with knowledge of NetSuite and Oracle accounting systems a plus.
Strong understanding of accounting concepts
Ability to bring insights and suggestions for process improvement
Highly detail oriented and organized
Thrives in a fast paced environment and handles pressure well
Ability to be pro-active and a problem solver
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
accounting: 7 years
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