at CDW LLC in Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
Bring your IT career and talents to CDW, where you can have a greater impact, be inspired by our mission and excited about your career and future.A Fortune 200 leader, we're the driven professionals and technology experts companies turn to most to solve their IT challenges.
Fueled by our shared passion and expertise, CDW delivers innovative technology solutions for our customers. We're also committed to fostering an environment that embraces collaboration, celebrates integrity, inclusivity, and individuality, and paves the path for personal and professional growth. Experience a life in balance and join us on the journey forward.
Job Summary
The Senior Accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.
The Senior Sales & Margin Accountant is an organized, detail-oriented professional who assists with a wide range of monthly, quarterly and annual accounting responsibilities associated with revenue (ASC 606), costs and/or rebates. Candidates need to bring strong analytical skills to the role and should be capable of handling challenging, fast-paced work environments. You will work with cross functional stakeholders in finance, tax, procurement, contract management, sales operations, as well as others. You will be the key contact for offshore staff accountants to help direct and review daily tasks.
What you will do:
Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts.
Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
Ensure proper revenue and expenses are recognized in accordance with GAAP.
General ledger operations including performing 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 and 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.
Financial audit preparation and cooperation with the audit process.
Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources.
Collaborate cross-functionally on improving business results and processes.
Ad-hoc projects as assigned.
Mentor junior team members.
What we expect of you:
Bachelor's degree with 3 years of previous 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.
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.
CPA, strong knowledge of financial accounting and reporting applications (Peoplesoft, Workday and Hyperion Financial Management) or experience with data analytics tools such as Alteryx or PowerBi are a plus.
Who we are:
CDW is a leading technology solutions provider to business, government, education and healthcare organizations across the globe.Our fingerprints can be found on technology inworkplacesof more than 250,000companies;from fresh-faced start-ups to international conglomerates. With the breadth of products and services we offer, there is no request too big or too small.
What you can expect from us: Culture, coworkers, careers.
CDW is not only the People Who Get IT but the People who get People. Our relationships are fueled by our deep expertise and grounded in the CDW Way. Our empowering leadership makes things happen and inspires their teams to do the same. From the teammates beside us to the leaders who guide us, we move forward together. At CDW, you'll work with people who inspire you.... For full info follow application link.
CDW is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
