Manager, Consolidations & SEC Reporting

Lincoln International; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus pay

Benefits package

Job summary

Lincoln International, a leading investment bank, seeks a Manager of Consolidations and SEC Reporting in Chicago. You will lead monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation and external reporting, oversee intercompany eliminations, and drive policy standardization across a multi‑entity, multi‑currency organization.

You will coordinate SEC reporting (10-Q/10-K), work with auditors, and strengthen internal controls while mentoring a team of consolidation accountants.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant exposure to consolidations and financial reporting.
• Experience in a publicly-traded, multi-entity, multi-currency environment.
• CPA (or equivalent) strongly preferred; familiarity with U.S. GAAP and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation process and external financial reporting.
• Oversee intercompany accounting, eliminations, and FX translation; drive standardization of close procedures.
• Support Form 10-Q and 10-K filings; ensure accuracy and compliance with SEC rules.
• Coordinate with external auditors and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting.
• Identify opportunities to automate reconciliations and shorten close timelines.
• Mentor consolidation accountants/analysts and collaborate with Treasury, Tax, Legal, FP&A.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Workiva

ERP systems

Job description

Lincoln International, Inc. (NYSE: LCLN) is a trusted investment banking advisor to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and their portfolio companies and to public and privately held companies. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and valuations and fairness opinions. The global enterprise is comprised of a tightly integrated team of more than 1,400 professionals in more than 30 offices in 14 countries, offering an unobstructed perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades. Connect with us to learn more at www.lincolninternational.com.

At Lincoln International, we know that the success of our global organization is a direct outcome of the strength of our people. We encourage diversity of thought and create talent density by attracting, retaining and engaging high performers from all demographics, backgrounds and perspectives. We value diversity, equity and inclusion as a catalyst to foster innovation and creative problem solving, access the best candidates and adapt to a highly dynamic, competitive environment. We know that employing a diverse team and valuing the unique perspectives of our people allows us to better understand and serve the needs of our clients.

Lincoln International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage you to read more about our commitment to diversity and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) efforts.

Duties & Responsibilities

Lincoln’s Manager, Consolidations and SEC Reporting leads our monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation process and supports the preparation of external financial reporting for our publicly traded, multi‑entity, multi‑currency organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely monthly consolidated financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards, overseeing intercompany accounting and eliminations, supporting statutory reporting coordination, and driving process improvements and systems automation across the global close. This role requires analytical skills, attention to detail, and strong leadership skills to support the company's financial and strategic goals while maintaining accurate financial reports.

Key responsibilities include:

• Consolidation & Close Leadership
• Support the monthly/quarterly close calendar for consolidation activities; coordinate deliverables across regions and corporate teams.
• Own the end-to-end global consolidation process, including consolidation journals, eliminations, foreign currency translation, and reporting packages.
• Report and analyze consolidated financial results, including variance analysis and key drivers by entity/region.
• Ensure consistent application of accounting policies across all entities and drive standardization of close procedures.
• Intercompany & Entity Management
• Oversee intercompany accounting processes, including reconciliation, settlement, and elimination entries.
• Establish and enforce intercompany governance, including matching procedures, cut-off policies, and documentation standards.
• Partner with local finance teams to ensure timely and accurate entity reporting and compliance with corporate requirements.
• SEC and Technical Accounting & Reporting
• Support the end-to-end preparation, drafting, and filing of Form 10‑Q and 10-K, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to SEC rules, U.S. GAAP, and company disclosure controls and procedures.
• Support technical accounting matters impacting consolidation (e.g., business combinations, FX matters, equity transactions, restructurings, impairments).
• Prepare and/or review consolidation-related footnote support, roll‑forwards, and disclosure tie‑outs.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of consolidation adjustments and supporting documentation.
• Audit & Controls
• Coordinate with external auditors regarding consolidation, intercompany, and reporting topics.
• Maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting including control design, execution, and remediation.
• Own documentation for consolidation processes, key controls, and policy memos as needed.
• Systems & Process Improvement
• Administer and enhance consolidation tools (e.g., NetSuite, Workiva, or similar).
• Identify opportunities to automate reconciliations, improve data quality, shorten close timelines, and increase reporting transparency.
• Leadership & Collaboration
• Mentor and develop consolidation accountants/analysts; provide coaching and performance feedback.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Treasury, Tax, Legal, FP&A and regional controllers on reporting requirements and transactions.
• Communicate complex accounting topics clearly to stakeholders at varying levels.

Qualifications

This role is ideal for experienced accounting professionals with a strong background in financial management and leadership. The Manager, Consolidations and SEC Reporting plays a critical role in driving the organization’s financial success and operational efficiency.

Professional and Cultural Characteristics

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills, adaptability and attention to detail with the ability to see the big picture.
• Clear, proactive communication across time zones and functions.
• Strong analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to present financial data to non-financial users.
• Ability to work under pressure and take ownership and accountability for deadlines and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Company-wide in office work policy four days per week.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant exposure to consolidations and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of consolidation accounting (intercompany eliminations, FX translation, noncontrolling interests, earnings per share, equity method, etc.).
• Experience in a publicly-traded, multi‑entity, multi‑currency global environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite and Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, complex formulas, financial modeling); proficiency with consolidation systems and ERPs.
• SEC reporting experience in preparing 10-Q, 10-K and proxy.
• Solid proficiency in accounting software (ie: Workiva and NetSuite).
• Familiarity with business intelligence software.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA (or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Exposure to both U.S. GAAP and IFRS.
• Experience implementing or optimizing consolidation software (NetSuite).
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls.

Additional Information

Lincoln International is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

The salary for this role is $115,000-$135,000 on an annual basis. This salary is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Chicago.

This job is also eligible for bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Lincoln International is a trade name for Lincoln International, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates, which include the following licensed entities: (i) Lincoln International LLC and MarshBerry Capital, LLC (United States), SEC-registered broker-dealers and a members of FINRA (www.finra.org) and SIPC (www.sipc.org) (investment banking services) and (ii) Lincoln International LLP (FRN 474606) and IMAS Corporate Finance LLP (FRN 553889) (United Kingdom), authorized and regulated by the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority. No entity affiliated with Lincoln International, LP provides banking or securities brokerage services, nor is any such affiliate subject to FINMA supervision in Switzerland or similar regulatory authorities regarding such activities in other jurisdictions. Retail clients are NOT the intended recipients of our communications or services and should not act upon this communication.

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