Senior Accountant, Consolidations and Reporting

CDK Global • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant, Consolidations and Reporting, supports CDK’s financial consolidations and reporting. This role supports accurate and timely financial statements, disclosures and supplemental information prepared in accordance with US GAAP and in compliance with CDK accounting policies. Utilizing knowledge of US GAAP, this role works directly with the financial systems team, accounting, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), tax, treasury, and external audit to support quality financial analysis, technical accounting and reporting research, and application of accounting policies. The role requires strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset. This role reports to the Manager, Consolidations and Reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 3+ years of public company accounting experience, auditing public companies, or a combination of both (SOX 404 environment).
• Understanding of US GAAP.
• Understanding of financial reporting and internal controls.
• Proficiency in commonly used financial system tools.
• Ability to communicate analytical data and accounting principles to others.
• Ability to lead projects and take initiative.
• Ability to analyze data, solve problems, think strategically, and reach conclusions or provide recommendations.
• Ability to contribute effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and concern for quality.
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize work.
• Possesses good written and oral communication skills, decision-making, and judgment.
• Strong computer proficiencies in Microsoft Office products, including advanced knowledge of Excel.

Nice To Haves

• CPA designation or CPA candidate preferred.
• Oracle Cloud experience preferred (e.g., ARCS, FCCS).
• Experience partnering with a managed services provider.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the monthly preparation of consolidated financial statements, including footnotes and Management Disclosure & Analysis (“MD&A”), in accordance with US GAAP, helping to ensure accuracy, clarity and quality for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with the preparation of reporting package submissions to CDK’s private equity owners
• Support the review and validation of schedules and footnote support from business partners to help ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards
• Assist with additional reporting deliverables, including government census reporting and standalone financial statements for various legal entities
• Support the maintenance of consolidation hierarchies and account mappings in FCCS system, helping to ensure data integrity and efficient close processes
• Support the preparation of top-side journal entries as needed
• Support internal and external audit requests
• Develop a strong working relationship with cross-functional stakeholders across CDK by demonstrating strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Support process improvements and automation to streamline reporting and reduce close timeline
• Support execution and monitoring of ongoing control procedures and documentation related to compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for the consolidations and reporting process.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Follow all CDK Global policies and procedures
• Complete all mandatory assigned compliance tasks and acknowledgements
• Meet or exceed all performance expectations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401K Matching Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior