Manager, Corporate Accounting

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Job Summary:

This role is part of the Chicago-based Corporate Accounting team with responsibilities that include overseeing Corporate Accounting seniors and staff, managing corporate accounting closing procedures, reviewing and preparing monthly, quarterly, and year end schedules and reconciliations; analyzing and recording recurring, non-recurring and/or technically complex business transactions; assisting in the development, maintenance, and monitoring of accounting policies and procedures; and assisting with various accounting projects. This role is based in the Chicago corporate office and reports to the Director, Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting.ResponsibilitiesManage and develop the Corporate Accounting seniors and staff in a dynamic and fast paced environmentPrepare/review/approve journal entries and support for recurring, non-recurring and/or technically complex accounting transactionsFacilitate and complete monthly, quarterly and annual closing proceduresManage consolidation processes in consolidation softwareReview and/or prepare account reconciliations and complete analytical reviews of balance sheet and income statement accounts to ensure the accuracy and validity of transactionsSupport external auditors' year end auditsParticipate in the continuous development and strengthening of internal controlsLiaise with corporate departments with accounting for costs appropriately, including reviewing POs and invoices in the procure to pay systemLead/participate in special projects in the development and advancement of the Corporate Accounting departmentAssist with the review and preparation of establishing, implementing and documenting policies and proceduresReview and/or prepare monthly consolidated financial statements and complete supporting analysis and reportsUtilize computer applications to compile, retrieve and summarize accounting information for analyses and reporting purposesAssist with ad-hoc projects as they ariseRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA certification requiredMinimum of 6 years of progressive accounting experienceHigh level of organization and ability to manage to deadlinesStrong technical accounting skills with attention to detailAbility to complete tasks with high level of accuracyProficiency in using accounting software and highly skilled in Microsoft Excel - macros, v-lookups, and pivot tablesExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to work with all levels of management and employees; ability to adapt quickly to changing prioritiesAbility to work from our Chicago Corporate Headquarters on a hybrid-remote work schedule (M/F optional work from home and T/W/TH in-office)Preferred Experience:Combination of public accounting and industry accountingExperience with SUN accounting general ledger and OneStream consolidation softwareExperience with hotels and/or theme parks