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Wesco · 1 day ago

Senior Manager - Accounting

Glenview, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$122K/yr - $214K/yr

8+ years exp

Wesco is a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions. The Senior Accounting Manager will oversee a team managing various accounting functions, lead business transformation projects, and ensure compliance with corporate policies while developing a successful departmental strategy.

CommercialElectronicsManufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead variable compensation and payroll accounting team within controllership, ensure all activities are completed timely and accurately

Oversee all variable compensation programs which include sales commissions and management incentive plans across multiple systems

Oversee North America accounting processes related to Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payables

Lead business transformation projects which include implementation of new commission tool across the organization. Support additional business transformation activities by establishing future state processes, documentation, performance measurements and controls

Oversee all accounting related activities under responsibilities which includes, month-end and quarter end activities, GL account reconciliations, period over period analysis and support external audit

Partner with key stakeholders within Controllership, FP&A and HR to achieve overall company objectives

Review and direct account analysis and controls, recommend and implement corrective action to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures

Oversee effective controls of balance sheet and income statement accounts

Recruit, manage, evaluate, and develop professional and supervisory accounting staff

Maximize efficiency and productivity through setting goals for the function, cascading these to all employees, managing execution, and measuring results

Identify and lead the decision-making process to resolve complex and sensitive challenges to the function, through innovation, with careful consideration of company culture and the wider impact of any change

Take lead in project finance, control, and operation matters

Develop strategic and operational plans to achieve results and ensure alignment with company goals and objectives

Serve as a leader of global implementation of new systems and processes including systems readiness testing, risk identification and mitigation. Also support multi-year accounting systems transformation initiatives by participating in global process design sessions and systems implementation

Drive continuous process improvements which includes standardizing, automating, enhancing processes, and ensuring key business owners are provided quality information efficiently

Qualification

CIMA/ACA/ACCA/ICAEW/CPAFinancial management systemsGAAP knowledgeMicrosoft ExcelProject management skillsAnalytical skillsAgile mindsetBusiness relationship buildingLeadershipProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree - Accounting, Finance, or related field required

CIMA/ACA/ACCA/ICAEW/CPA qualified required

8+ years of progressive accounting experience required

Knowledge of GAAP, financial statements, internal controls and SOX requirements

Strong computer skills, Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel

Ability to work under tight time schedules and to handle multiple tasks

Able to adapt to new responsibilities with an agile mindset

Strong general business and project management skills

Ability to build and lead strong business relationships with other functional areas to best support mutual objectives

Ability to analyze complex strategic issues and provide recommendations

Ability to apply professional principles and business judgement to solve problems

Ability to influence outcomes and broad processes beyond individual function

Ability to spot key risks upfront and mitigate

Ability to bring quick focus to key issues and priorities

Advanced knowledge of accounting processes and techniques

Ability to travel 0-25%

Preferred

Masters Degree preferred

6 years preferred of management of non-exempt and exempt employees

5+ of in-depth experience using one or more large, integrated financial management/accounting systems, such as Oracle, SAP, or equivalent is preferred

2 years of experience designing and implementing a Financial System preferred