Sidley Austin LLP · 1 week ago
Accounting Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expSidley Austin LLP is a prominent law firm seeking an Accounting Manager to lead their corporate accounting staff. The role involves overseeing the financial close process, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and managing the preparation of financial statements and audits.
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Responsibilities
Maintains up to date knowledge of GAAP and tax as it pertains to the Firm’s accounting operations and ensures any new pronouncements/regulations are effectively incorporated into the corporate accounting operations. Assists ensuring staff have the appropriate accounting and tax knowledge to perform their jobs. Provides technical guidance to others as needed
Research any technical issues that arise and maintain documentation of accounting policies utilized by the Firm (revenue recognition, intercompany transactions, tax transactions, etc.)
Lead the maintenance of the GL for multiple international entities including an understanding of the conversion from local currency to USD consolidated
Manage the preparation of the Firm’s annual audited financial statements and footnotes, including coordinating the completion of the firm-wide financial audit, including relevant audit schedules
Assist with the transition of the accrual financials in the accounting system, identify any process improvements and lead the changes
Manage the preparation of stand-alone financial statements for specific offices on an accrual basis including accurate accounting of currency impact for stand-alone financials
Lead the accounting of lease transactions in accordance with ASC 842 in the financial accounting system
Manage a team of accountants responsible for general ledger maintenance, fixed asset recording, balance sheet account reconciliation, foreign exchange, accounting controls, and financial analysis including monthly account analysis
Manage the timely preparation and analysis of monthly cash basis and annual accrual financial statements, including review of monthly financial results
Ensure all general ledger transactions are properly recorded on a timely basis, and that all balance sheet accounts are regularly reconciled, reviewed and adequately documented
Oversee the management of the fixed asset area including review of capital expenditure purchases, forecasting of expenditures, and record keeping of asset inventory
Oversee the journal entry process including all payroll journal entries for all domestic and foreign locations
Responsible for review of team’s work and ensuring deliverables to management are error free and meet deadlines
Responsible for staff development including, training on systems, policies and procedures. Provide regular feedback and coaching, including hiring and retention of staff
Ensure adequate internal controls and procedures are in place and working effectively for any area of responsibility
Responsible for the analysis, management and implementation of financial initiatives in relation to any area of responsibility
Assist in the Firm-wide annual budget and projection process and monthly financial reporting process
Understand the service business needs of multiple departments and develop a strong understanding of Firm operations and the law firm industry
Complete special projects as assigned and provide direction to staff
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science and/or Master's degree in Accountancy
Current CPA with minimum of 10 years of relevant accounting experience
Experience managing a team and developing staff
Experience performing and managing accounting activities such as complex account reconciliations and analysis, preparation of financial statements, and application of accounting policies
Experience working on a large ERP accounting platform and partnering with IT systems in maintaining the inter-workings of the system
Knowledge of payroll recording, including payroll taxes and benefits
Ability to interact effectively with other departments and lead change
Up-to-date knowledge of and ability to research GAAP and related guidance
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Preferred
Professional Service industry experience
Benefits
Bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits program
Company
Sidley Austin LLP
Sidley is an elite global law firm.
1001-5000 employees
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