Director of Revenue Accounting

Gallagher•Rolling Meadows, IL

About The Position

Welcome to Gallagher - a global community of people who bring bold ideas, deep expertise, and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. We help clients navigate complexity with confidence by empowering businesses, communities, and individuals to thrive. At Gallagher, you’ll find more than a job; you’ll find a culture built on trust, driven by collaboration, and sustained by the belief that we’re better together. Whether you join us in a client-facing role or as part of our brokerage division, our benefits and HR consulting division, or our corporate team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of something bigger. Experience a workplace where you’re encouraged to be yourself, supported to succeed, and inspired to keep learning. That’s what it means to live The Gallagher Way. We are hiring for a Director - Revenue Accounting to lead the Revenue Recognition area within our US Accounting Center of Excellence. This includes oversight of the global month end close for our Brokerage segment’s revenue recognition processes.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance and 10 years related experience required.
Strong working knowledge of accounting standards, financial controls, and monthly financial close processes.
Ability to lead and manage people and guide the work of others, both directly and indirectly.
Proficient with accounting software, reporting tools and Microsoft products.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Minimum 10 years related experience with 3+ years in public accounting
Good working knowledge of accounting standards, particularly as it relates to the revenue recognition standard (ASC 606) and business combinations
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
Well-experienced with Microsoft suite of products; Advanced level skills in Excel
Experience in managing a team
Good working knowledge of the insurance brokerage business

Responsibilities

Partner with divisional business finance leaders, external auditors and members of the corporate finance group on all aspects of revenue accounting.
Lead the global revenue accounting team providing overall direction and coaching to ensure department and company goals are attained.
Drive a culture of process improvement and automation related to the company’s revenue recognition process.
Monitor and evaluate potential impact on the organization for changes in revenue recognition by continuously monitoring the changing landscape under ASC 606.
Integrate acquired businesses to ensure compliance with Company’s ASC 606 accounting policies and integration with global systems and processes.
Address technical accounting issues raised by divisional finance leaders and communicate accounting conclusions.
Oversee SOX controls for the Brokerage segment’s revenue reporting process.
Provide financial data extraction, insight, and analysis.
Manage/monitor data integrity by performing problem identification and resolution of issues related to financial applications.
Learn and become the expert in company systems supporting revenue recognition including JDE and business intelligence tools.
Participate in testing applications relating to upgrades, system modifications and system conversions.
Participate in SOX compliance audits, both internal and external.
Other special projects.

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
And more...