Accounting Project Manager

Arthur J Gallagher & Co.•Rolling Meadows, IL

57d

About The Position

The Accounting Project Manager will oversee and drive strategic initiatives and projects typically relating to implementation, integration, or automation of centralized accounting processes and financial systems. This may involve assessing existing processes and procedures to identify the optimal course of action, implementing controls and efficiencies, contributing to the development, re-engineering, and streamlining of accounting processes for a cohesive business model, as well as planning, monitoring, and managing internal projects from start to finish-tracking and following up on related action items to ensure they are completed on time. As a Project Manager, this resource will play a critical role in planning, executing, and delivering projects that align with the company's vision, goals, and business objectives. The ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams and manage diverse projects will be essential to success in this role.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance and 3 years of project accounting experience.
10% - 35% travel required.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration and 5 -7 years related work experience in project management roles
Requires broad knowledge of accounting practices/principles and preparation of strategic recommendations to management
Requires good understanding of complex activities associated with general ledger and financial reports
Experience in performing a process gap analysis and development of process flow diagrams to establish key controls
Excellent verbal, written, internal consulting, and customer-focused communication and presentation skills of both qualitative and quantitative information
Strong organizational skills with proven ability to follow through on multiple tasks and priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft suite of products, including Teams, Excel and project management tools
CPA, MBA or other financial certification preferred
Good working knowledge of the insurance brokerage business

Responsibilities

Contributes to development and maintenance of project schedules, goals, and communications-monitoring key deliverable dates
Continually improves financial and business processes for sustainable efficiency
Uses analytical skills to research and resolve discrepancies
Develops and manages project documentation and reports
Redesigns existing processes and assesses and establishes process controls
Develops and maintains strong relationships across the business units, regions and countries to implement and standardize processes
Leads and manages cross-functional project teams throughout the project lifecycle
Monitors project progress, identifies deviations from the plan, and implements corrective actions
Ensures adherence to project timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints
Conducts regular project status meetings and prepares progress reports for stakeholders
Addresses issues and risks promptly, fostering a proactive problem-solving approach
Communicates effectively with process owners to facilitate the completion and tracking of finance transformation initiatives
May be responsible for identifying best practices, developing ad-hoc training, and reporting on project metrics
Adheres to compliance and operational risk controls and regulatory standards and policies and practices

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