Accounting Manager: GAAP, SOX, Audits, M&A & Leadership

Morningstar; Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Morningstar in Chicago seeks an experienced accounting professional to lead the monthly close, review journal entries, and ensure accurate reconciliations under US GAAP. The role partners with auditors, oversees SOX controls, mentors accounting staff, and drives process improvements, including during M&A purchase accounting and post‑integration activities.

Strong communication and leadership are essential. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance automation and leverage

Competenze

• CPA designation required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting or publicly held company.

Mansioni

• Manage monthly close processes including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Research and resolve GAAP accounting issues and complex transactions.
• Ensure SOX/internal controls compliance and drive enhancements.
• Support audits with internal and external teams.
• Assist in creation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff; manage priorities and workload.
• Support M&A activities including purchase accounting and post‑integration work.
• Provide periodic and ad-hoc analyses to drive insights.

Conoscenze

CPA designation

US GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Co-Pilot

Descrizione del lavoro

Morningstar in Chicago seeks an experienced accounting professional to lead the monthly close, review journal entries, and ensure accurate reconciliations under US GAAP. The role partners with auditors, oversees SOX controls, mentors accounting staff, and drives process improvements, including during M&A purchase accounting and post‑integration activities.

Strong communication and leadership are essential. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance automation and leverage