Lead Accountant

CDK Global•Hoffman Estates, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

CDK Global is a leading provider of cloud-based software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEMs”) across automotive and related industries. The Company’s cloud-based, software as a service (“SaaS”) platform enables dealerships to manage their end-to-end business operations including the acquisition, sale, financing, insuring, repair, and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows, the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent in education and experience
5+ years of accounting experience with increasing responsibility including supervising significant areas of accounting
Strong aptitude to understand technical accounting concepts under US GAAP and help ensure appropriate application of accounting decisions
Strong understanding of internal controls and financial reporting
Self-driven and curious to improve processes and ask probing questions
Ability to independently organize, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and reach conclusions for recommendations
Ability to consistently meet deadlines while maintaining a high-quality product
Possess well-rounded business judgment to recognize and respond to cross-departmental needs
Ability to tailor language to target audience regarding accounting-related requests and objectives.
Advanced knowledge of Excel and strong analytical skills

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
Experience with Oracle, SmartView, and Power Query

Responsibilities

Leads month-end close process for assigned areas to ensure all required journal entries, reconciliations, and tasks are completed in a timely manner and are in accordance with GAAP and IFRS
Identifies improvement initiatives, drafts and presents enhancement proposals, and drives execution
Fosters a collaborative environment among team members and business partners to promote effective communication to ensure financial transactions are properly supported
Partners cross-functionally with consolidations, financial systems, and FP&A teams to support month-end close and quarterly reporting requirements
Compiles support for reporting and corresponding internal and external auditor inquiries
Leads and manages various cross functional projects throughout the organization, including non-finance functions