Technical Accounting Manager

$70 - $80 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary
Work Model: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 134955
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Our client, a multi-billion dollar global food and beverage company located in Chicago, is looking for an interim Technical Accounting Manager to join their team. This fast-growing company is looking for a driven, quick learner to implement processes and procedures within their accounting division. Committed to delivering high-quality products to consumers worldwide, their passion for innovation, sustainability and excellence drives their success.

If you are interested in joining this dynamic team and contributing to shaping the future of their accounting department, please apply! As the Technical Accounting Manager, you will oversee a team of 4 accounting professionals and play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, oversee projects related to revenue recognition, implementation of accounting policies and process improvements. This position is hybrid, at their office in Chicago, and will pay between $70-75/hour.

Technical Accounting Manager Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for all technical accounting matters, including conducting and documenting research of non-routine M&A and other accounting transactions to conclude on the appropriate application of U.S. GAAP
  • Be the subject matter expert on accounting standards and monitor potential changes
  • Assist in drafting footnotes and other required disclosures for quarterly and annual filings with the SEC
  • Support external auditors in their quarterly reviews and annual audits
  • Manage ad hoc projects relating to process improvements

Technical Accounting Manager Requirements:
  • 7+ years of accounting or finance experience
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting preferred
  • CPA required
  • Prior Big 4 experience strongly preferred
  • Experience with researching and accounting for non-routine, complex accounting concepts
  • Knowledge of SEC rules and regulations 
  • Excellent organization and planning skills and attention to detail
  • Deep knowledge of accounting principles and practices and ability to apply them in a business situation

Please apply if you are interested in a long-term consulting engagement as a Technical Accounting Manager. Even if you don’t meet all the requirements, we still would like to speak with you!

Thank you,

Andrea Cipolla
Lead Recruiter – Management Resources
LaSalle Network

 
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