Manager, Accounting - Hybrid Chicago

CDW•Chicago, IL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed. We’re proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW. Job Summary We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our team at CDW and be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking Finance organization that values innovation and continuous growth. The Manager will focus on continuing to drive efficiency across the financial closing process through simplification, standardization, and automation. Additionally, this leadership role will be instrumental in collaborating with key business partners, developing talent within controllership, and expanding our capabilities to meet the needs of the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in Finance/Accounting and 1+ years of management experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including leadership
Advanced experience in revenue recognition guidance and application to complex fact patterns.
Exceptional proficiency in financial close and proficiency in using financial software and tools.
Strategic mindset and the ability to think critically, solve problems, and drive change.
Leadership experience with a track record of successfully managing and developing high-performing teams.

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA a plus

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, direction and management to the team, and execution of the final close processes.
Lead and manage a team responsible for executing the monthly financial close and reporting processes, specifically focused on revenue recognition and gross margin for our services businesses.
Analyze significant and/or complex revenue contracts to determine the appropriate accounting treatment and execution of the operational accounting processes to appropriately record the contracts.
Bring thought leadership into ways of advancing the financial closing processes, that is data driven and delivers insights into the financial results with strong collaboration within finance and across the organization.
Drive a growth mindset with a focus on continuous improvement, innovative solutions, and automation.
Coaching and guiding the team around skills and knowledge for success and career advancement.
Critical thinking and problem solving to enable a strong business partner collaboration.
Analyze the financial results and provide value-added insights into the financial performance of the business.
Maintain efficient and effective business processes and internal controls in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley.
Engage on strategic initiatives and projects across the organization.