Senior Accountant, SEC & Financial Reporting

Company DescriptionAbout Adtalem Global EducationAdtalem Global Education is a national leader in post-secondary education and a leading provider of professional talent to the healthcare industry. Adtalem educates and empowers students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in their communities and make a lasting impact on public health, well-being, and beyond. Through equitable access to education, environments that nurture student success, and a focus on expanding and diversifying the talent pipeline in healthcare, Adtalem is building a brighter future for communities and the world.

Adtalem is the parent organization of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, and Walden University.

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Adtalem believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we can work flexibly. We offer a hybrid work schedule with 3 days in our Chicago Headquarters conveniently located at 500 W. Monroe in Chicago.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated, dynamic, and talented Senior Accountant – SEC & Financial Reporting to play a key role in both external and internal financial reporting. This individual will work closely with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Legal, HR, and the Controllership to consolidate financial results and prepare financial reports.This individual will prepare journal entries and account analyses for corporate functions. In addition, this individual will be responsible for the preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings (Form 10-Q and 10-K), standalone entity financial statements, and regulatory reporting to government agencies.Responsibilities:Prepare consolidated balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and footnotes in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and SEC reporting requirements.Prepare SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, Proxy, and Form 4s), including drafting financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A. Perform review of XBRL tagging.Review financial statements, footnotes, and other disclosures to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and SEC regulations.Coordinate with internal departments, including finance, legal, investor relations, and external auditors, to gather necessary information and support for SEC filings.Prepare and manage the timeline and documentation requests related to quarterly and year-end closing activities and SEC reporting calendar, including coordination with external auditors, executives, finance, legal, and investor relations departments.Prepare equity accounting and analyses including stock-based compensation accounting, earnings per share, and other equity account analyses, reconciliations, and journal entries.Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for management.Responsible for the reconciliation, analysis, journal entries, and problem-solving for some of the more complicated processes and accounts in the department.Makes recommendations and suggestions for improvements and efficiencies related to the financial reporting and accounting processes.Perform research on accounting and financial reporting matters.Prepare standalone entity financial statements and footnotes.Assist with the accounting and reporting integration of new businesses.Work on special projects and handle other tasks as assigned.Adhere to internal control policies and procedures and maintain high ethical standards of integrity, confidentiality, and quality.Complete other duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (Required)MBA or a graduate degree (Required)Licenses and Certifications:Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Required)Work Experience:Minimum of 3 or more years of experience in public accounting with a large firm (Required)Experience working with SEC clients (Required)Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to work independently and manage project assignments through to completion.Strong technical accounting skills with thorough knowledge of GAAP and SEC accounting rules.Expertise in diagnosing, isolating, and resolving complex issues, with the capability to recommend and implement effective solutions.Must be a team player with strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.Proven ability to facilitate teamwork and cooperation at all levels within the organization, with the capacity to work with limited supervision.Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and strong PC skills.Additional InformationIn support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $49,199.33 and $88,841.36. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance401k Retirement Program + 6% employer matchParticipation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy12 Paid HolidaysFor more information related to our benefits please visit:

https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits.Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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