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Director of Accounting

Robert Half
Chicago, IL Per Diem
POSTED ON 2/5/2025 CLOSED ON 2/21/2025

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The salary range for this position is $180,000-$220,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0mFeeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Director of Corporate Accounting. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide.Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Corporate Accounting to join our corporate accounting team. ResponsibilitiesLead the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and company policies.Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results to senior management, stakeholders, and external parties as required.Responsible for the month-end and year-end close processes, coordinating activities across departments to meet deadlines and ensure accurate financial reporting.Collaborate with other departments to develop annual budgets and financial forecasts.Monitor performance against budgetary targets, investigate variances, and provide insightful analysis to support decision-making processes.Supervise and mentor a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to foster their professional growth and development.Delegate tasks effectively, prioritize workload, and ensure deadlines are met consistently.Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards and regulations, researching and interpreting complex accounting issues, and providing guidance to ensure compliance.Collaborate with other departments, including finance, treasury, tax, and legal, to support business initiatives and ensure alignment on accounting matters.Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and enhance efficiency, implementing changes as necessary to improve accuracy and productivity.Lead or participate in special projects as assigned by senior management, contributing financial expertise and insights to support strategic initiatives.

Salary : $180,000 - $220,000

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