Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

Aon Corporation•Chicago, IL

59d•Hybrid

About The Position

Aon is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Technical Accounting Senior Manager to join our global finance team. This high-visibility role will be instrumental in shaping accounting policy, delivering technical accounting guidance, and supporting critical business initiatives such as M&A, consolidations (including VIEs), and disposals. The Senior Manager will act as a subject matter expert, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, and will be responsible for delivering impactful training and communications across the organization. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of Aon's global accounting policies, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and other relevant regulatory standards. Serve as the primary resource for technical accounting inquiries, providing timely, accurate, and practical solutions to complex accounting issues raised by business leaders, finance teams, and auditors. Support the accounting for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions, including purchase price allocation, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration. Oversee and advise on consolidation accounting analyses of new entities, including the evaluation and assessment of Variable Interest Entities (VIEs) and other complex structures. Provide technical support and review for significant or unusual transactions, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment and documentation. Monitor and interpret new accounting pronouncements, assess their impact on the organization, and implement necessary changes to policies and processes. Develop and deliver targeted technical accounting training to finance and business teams to enhance organizational capability and awareness. Prepare and present technical accounting matters to senior leadership ensuring clear communication of risks, opportunities, and recommendations. Collaborate with internal and external auditors, ensuring proper documentation and supporting materials for all technical accounting matters. Champion continuous improvement initiatives in accounting policies, processes, and controls. How this opportunity is different Aon is a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement, and health solutions. Joining our team means being part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. As the Technical Accounting Senior Manager, you will have the opportunity to shape strategic financial decisions and make a significant impact across the organization. Apply today to join a world-class team and advance your career with Aon.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in technical accounting, with strong exposure to US GAAP and/or IFRS.
Experience with accounting policy, consolidations (including VIEs), M&A accounting, and complex transactions.
Proven ability to research, interpret, and apply accounting standards to diverse scenarios.
Exceptional communication skills, with demonstrated experience presenting complex technical matters to senior stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Experience in leading and mentoring teams, and delivering technical training to finance professionals.
Familiarity with SOX/internal controls.
Proven ability to draft clear, comprehensive accounting position memos that support technical conclusions and facilitate stakeholder understanding.

Nice To Haves

Public accounting and/or Big 4 experience strongly preferred.
Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
CPA license
Experience in a large, multinational corporate environment.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced organization with multiple priorities.
Proficiency with accounting research software and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of Aon's global accounting policies, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and other relevant regulatory standards.
Serve as the primary resource for technical accounting inquiries, providing timely, accurate, and practical solutions to complex accounting issues raised by business leaders, finance teams, and auditors.
Support the accounting for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions, including purchase price allocation, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.
Oversee and advise on consolidation accounting analyses of new entities, including the evaluation and assessment of Variable Interest Entities (VIEs) and other complex structures.
Provide technical support and review for significant or unusual transactions, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment and documentation.
Monitor and interpret new accounting pronouncements, assess their impact on the organization, and implement necessary changes to policies and processes.
Develop and deliver targeted technical accounting training to finance and business teams to enhance organizational capability and awareness.
Prepare and present technical accounting matters to senior leadership ensuring clear communication of risks, opportunities, and recommendations.
Collaborate with internal and external auditors, ensuring proper documentation and supporting materials for all technical accounting matters.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives in accounting policies, processes, and controls.

Benefits

comprehensive benefits package
inclusive workforce
agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance
two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year
variety of working style solutions
continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow
401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
employee stock purchase plan
consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion
medical, dental and vision insurance
various types of leaves of absence
paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
short-term disability and optional long-term disability
health savings account
health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
optional personal insurance policies
adoption assistance
tuition assistance
commuter benefits
employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions