Job Information
Robert Half Accounting Associate in Chicago, Illinois
Description
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
Spring is finally here! (Chicago weather may disagree, but I promise, it’s here.) Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy it? You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance.
Your key responsibilities
· Collaborate closely with key business partners, including FP& A, Product Finance, Legal, Coverage, Run Rate, Tax, and Billing to deliver critical business initiatives and identify value opportunities.
· Develop process improvement and design of automation solutions to enhance analytical decision making and forecasting
· Analyze the company's material and/or complex transactions to ensure appropriate revenue recognition treatment, perform relevant research, present, and document conclusions.
· Drive insights and guidance to support revenue process for optimal economics on rapidly evolving and growing product offerings and launches.
· Execute strategic special projects as assigned, including business combinations, transformations in products, and changes in business processes on an as needed basis.
· Participate in various aspects of the revenue month-end close process, including creating journal entries, performing reconciliations, SEC disclosures, and internal reporting.
Requirements
Your skills and experience that will help you excel
· Minimum 2+ years in Accounting or Finance related field
· Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, information systems, business analytics, or related field
· Highly motivated with the ability to work independently, with initiative, and able to demonstrate ownership for tasks, executing with a high attention to detail
· Investigative and creative approach to problem solving, including experience with automation and process improvement
· Public accounting and/or industry experience with multi-national public companies which comply with U.S. GAAP and ASC 606 Revenue Recognition
· Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Microsoft Power Platform, SalesForce, SAP, and Revenue Recognition Accounting Software a plus
· Demonstrated experience influencing across functional departments
· Knowledge of and prior experience with data management, visualization, and automation applications, including Power BI, Power Automate, Alteryx, or similar a plus
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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