Robert Half
Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager of Financial Reporting and Consolidations to join our team on a long-term contract basis in the south suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual in corporate accounting who thrives in dynamic environments and has a strong background in manufacturing industry practices. You will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities:
- Manage month-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations, to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to accounting standards.
- Conduct financial statement audits and reviews to maintain compliance and accuracy.
- Handle consolidations and intercompany eliminations to streamline financial reporting across multiple entities.
- Monitor and manage foreign currency transactions and translations to ensure proper accounting treatment.
- Collaborate on intercompany processes, including reconciliations and adjustments, for seamless operations.
- Utilize Oracle FCCS to consolidate financials on a monthly basis.
- Utilize Oracle Fusion and other accounting systems to enhance financial processes and reporting.
- Prepare and review financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices in accounting operations.
- Support cross-functional teams with financial insights and recommendations to drive business decisions.
- Extensive experience using Oracle FCCS is required.
- Experience with Oracle ARCS is preferred.
- Knowledge and hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
- A minimum of 8 years of corporate accounting experience, preferably in the manufacturing industry.
- Proficiency in month-end close, general ledger management, and financial reporting.
- Familiarity with foreign currency transactions and translations is preferred.
- Strong experience in intercompany processes and consolidations is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to work with large-scale financial systems and complex data.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.