Director of Corporate Accounting Job at Robert Half in Chicago

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Director of Corporate Accounting. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Corporate Accounting to join our corporate accounting team. 

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and company policies.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results to senior management, stakeholders, and external parties as required.
• Responsible for the month-end and year-end close processes, coordinating activities across departments to meet deadlines and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Collaborate with other departments to develop annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor performance against budgetary targets, investigate variances, and provide insightful analysis to support decision-making processes.
• Supervise and mentor a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to foster their professional growth and development.
• Delegate tasks effectively, prioritize workload, and ensure deadlines are met consistently.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards and regulations, researching and interpreting complex accounting issues, and providing guidance to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with other departments, including finance, treasury, tax, and legal, to support business initiatives and ensure alignment on accounting matters.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and enhance efficiency, implementing changes as necessary to improve accuracy and productivity.
• Lead or participate in special projects as assigned by senior management, contributing financial expertise and insights to support strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA certification preferred.
• Public Accounting experience preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Thorough understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely to stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance requirements preferred.

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m