Brilliant® · 1 week ago
Corporate Accounting Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
6+ years expBrilliant® is seeking a Corporate Accounting Manager who will play a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with U.S. GAAP and SOX requirements. This role involves leading an accounting team and overseeing core accounting functions while partnering cross-functionally on strategic initiatives.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead monthly close and consolidated financial reporting for domestic and international entities in compliance with U.S. GAAP
Oversee core accounting functions including AP, fixed assets, cash, leases, payroll, and revenue recognition
Prepare and review complex journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis, communicating insights to leadership
Support external reporting requirements, including quarterly filings and earnings related deliverables
Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and SOX compliance
Leverage close, consolidation, and reconciliation tools to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability
Lead and develop an accounting team, ensuring timely execution of close and payables operations
Serve as primary liaison for external audits and partner with internal audit on compliance initiatives
Oversee indirect tax compliance and support income tax reporting
Partner cross functionally on strategic initiatives, process improvements, and ad hoc analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting required
CPA required
6+ years of combined public accounting and industry experience, with at least 3 years in a people leadership role
Strong experience with ERP and financial reporting systems
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and consolidated reporting
Highly organized, detail oriented leader with strong analytical and communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
Demonstrated integrity, ownership mindset, and collaborative approach
Preferred
MBA preferred
exposure to consolidation and close management tools preferred
international accounting exposure a plus
Benefits
Bonus
Benefits
Company
Brilliant®
About Brilliant® Brilliant is an award-winning staffing and recruiting firm that provides direct-hire and contract staffing services in accounting, finance, technology, and business operations serving businesses across the continental U.S.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jim Wong, (Inactive CPA)
Founder and Board Member
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