CDW · 2 days ago
Sr Accountant - Hybrid Chicago, IL
Chicago / Adams - IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$71K/yr - $122K/yr
3+ years expCDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers. The Senior Accountant, Sales and Margin Accounting, is responsible for applying accounting principles to analyze financial information, record journal entries, and prepare accurate financial reports while ensuring appropriate accounting control procedures.
AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Cyber SecurityGraphic DesignHardwareInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and analytics on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
Ensure proper revenue and expenses are recognized in accordance with GAAP
Perform general ledger operations, including account substantiations
Prepare journal entries
Ensure financial close and reporting deadlines are met
Prepare financial management reports
Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes
Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
Independently resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues, expenses, and balance sheet accounts
Guide non-financial functional areas through accounting rationale and impact on reporting and control
Analyze actual results and provide explanations for variances to plan and prior year
Prepare for financial audits and cooperate with the audit process
Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures
Collaborate cross-functionally on improving business results and processes
Complete ad-hoc projects as assigned
Mentor junior team members
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting or related financial field of study and 3+ years of accounting or financial audit experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles and practices
Solid technical accounting skills, relevant experience with revenue accounting / ASC 606
Demonstrated organizational skills with critical attention to detail
Track record of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business, while meeting deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft office applications with strong experience in Excel
Proven track record in problem analysis with the ability to creatively and proactively problem solve
Track record of identifying process improvements and making appropriate recommendations
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
Preferred
CPA and Big 4 audit experience are a plus
Benefits
Annual bonus target of 5%
Company
CDW
At CDW, we know how to make technology work so people can do great things.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$58.74M2015-08-01Post Ipo Equity· $58.74M
2013-06-27IPO
2008-07-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Christine Leahy
President & CEO
Sanjay Sood
Chief Technology Officer
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