Lead Technical Accountant

Arctiq; Illinois; On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT services is seeking a Lead Technical Accountant to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAAP. The role involves preparing financial statements, supporting audits, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong accounting background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle complex accounting projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience with strong focus on technical accounting.
• In-depth understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and review of quarterly consolidated financial statements.
• Support month-end close process with strong understanding of internal controls.
• Research technical accounting issues and disclosure implications.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Netsuite

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

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Company Overview

Arctiq is a leader in professional IT services and managed services across three core Centers of Excellence: Enterprise Security, Modern Infrastructure and Platform Engineering. Renowned for our ability to architect intelligence, we connect, protect, and transform organizations, empowering them to thrive in today's digital landscape. Arctiq builds on decades of industry expertise and a customer-centric ethos to deliver exceptional value to clients across diverse industries.

Company Overview

Arctiq is a leader in professional IT services and managed services across three core Centers of Excellence: Enterprise Security, Modern Infrastructure and Platform Engineering. Renowned for our ability to architect intelligence, we connect, protect, and transform organizations, empowering them to thrive in today's digital landscape. Arctiq builds on decades of industry expertise and a customer-centric ethos to deliver exceptional value to clients across diverse industries.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Lead Technical Accountant

to join our Accounting and Finance Team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting and maintaining high standards of compliance with GAAP and internal controls. You will work cross-functionally with stakeholders across the organization and contribute to both recurring reporting responsibilities and complex technical accounting projects.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of quarterly consolidated financial statements and disclosures in full compliance with GAAP.
• Draft and support financial disclosures, including statements of cash flows and EPS calculations.
• Partner with the accounting team to ensure that financial transactions are recorded and presented accurately.
• Support the month-end close process with a strong understanding of internal control principles.
• Prepare and review journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations, proactively resolving discrepancies as they arise.
• Research and evaluate technical accounting issues and disclosure implications for complex or non-standard transactions.
• Monitor and assist with the implementation of new accounting standards and ensure timely compliance.
• Prepare and/or review SOX documentation related to financial reporting controls.
• Respond to internal and external audit inquiries and support both quarterly reviews and the year-end audit process.
• Coordinate effectively with external auditors and manage audit deliverables.
• Take on additional job-related functions, special projects, and ad hoc requests as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience with strong focus on technical accounting
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (experience with Netsuite preferred)
• Experience with financial reporting and M&As preferred
• In-depth understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• High attention to detail and problem-solving ability
  
  

Arctiq is an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Arctiq team! While we welcome all applicants, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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