Accounting Manager

Gallagher•Rolling Meadows, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Open opportunity for an Accounting Manager within the Global Transaction and Acquisition Accounting team of the US Accounting Center of Excellence based in Rolling Meadows, IL. The Manager will be responsible for accounting coordination and oversight of all global transactions and acquisitions to ensure that results are properly controlled and in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The Manager will be part of the US Accounting Center of Excellence and will report directly to the Assistant Corporate Controller.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 7 years of related experience required.
Requires broad general accounting knowledge, including FASB and GAAP regulations.
Requires in-depth knowledge of the insurance brokerage business.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Minimum 6 years related experience
Excellent verbal, written, computer, financial data, internal consulting, and customer-focused communication and presentation skills
Strong organizational skills with proven ability to follow through on multiple tasks and priorities
Good working knowledge of accounting standards, account reconciliations, and month end close experience
Proficient with Microsoft suite of products; Advanced level skills in Excel
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently with precise detail and follow-up reporting
Experience with M&A and cross-border transactions
Public company audit or accounting experience
Prior experience managing teams / personnel

Responsibilities

Manage and review the work of a two-member team to complete all month-end close responsibilities and deliverables
Partner with stakeholders across our global Corporate structure (Tax, Treasury, Finance, Legal, etc.) to understand and account for complex, multi-step transactions
Oversee the global legal entity rationalization program, identifying entities to eliminate and executing on wind-down accounting
Assist to review acquisition accounting entries for stock and asset purchases
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate cross-functionally to meet strict project execution deadlines
Resolve complex finance and accounting problems and ease workloads during periods of peak volume.
Investigate and resolve data quality issues and reporting discrepancies
Provide support for internal and external audits including control walkthroughs, documentation support and inquiry response

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program