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Evanston, Illinois · USA job

Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting - Hybrid Chicago, IL

CDW Government

Evanston, Illinois

Job description

Overview

As Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting, you will research and apply US GAAP/SEC requirements, support new standards implementation, and help prepare SEC filings and investor materials. You will partner with cross-functional teams to analyze complex deals, document accounting positions, and ensure accurate financial reporting. This role sits within a forward-looking Finance organization focused on growth and continuous improvement. You will contribute to the global accounting policies and disclosures that shape investor communications and external reporting.

Compensation / Benefits
  • annual bonus target of 5%
  • salary range $74,000 - $105,000
  • geographic differentials may apply
  • AI-forward culture
  • equitable, transparent hiring process
  • opportunity to work with evolving technology and tools
Responsibilities
  • Research and document US GAAP/SEC guidance for complex accounting issues
  • Review material revenue contracts for ASC 606 revenue recognition
  • Prepare and file Form 10-Q and Form 10-K; develop consolidated statements and footnotes
  • Collaborate with Investor Relations to ensure accurate public-facing materials
  • Prepare monthly internal reporting packages (income statement, balance sheet, cash flows, EPS, CECL)
  • Work with cross-functional teams across Investor Relations, Treasury, Legal, FP&A, Sales, and Corporate Accounting
  • Assist with purchase accounting for business combinations (ASC 805)
  • Monitor FASB projects and SEC rules; inform finance leadership
  • Update global finance policy manuals and procedures
  • Support external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audit
  • Maintain internal controls documentation and positions preparation
Key requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field + 3+ years of public/industry accounting experience
  • Active CPA license
  • Proficient knowledge of US GAAP (emphasis on ASC 606) and SEC requirements
  • Proficient in Excel; strong MS Office skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to interact with stakeholders
  • Continuous improvement mindset; ability to implement efficiency and quality improvements
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs
  • Resilience, curiosity, and willingness to learn new concepts
  • strong communication
  • multi-stakeholder collaboration
  • attention to detail
  • US GAAP (ASC 606)
  • SEC reporting requirements
  • ASC 605/CECL analysis

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