Manager, Financial Reporting

CDW LLC.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

CDW is seeking a Manager of Financial Reporting to lead the efficient completion of our financial reporting processes, including SEC filings and investor materials. You will guide a team, drive process improvements, and provide analytical support to executive leadership.

You will oversee monthly and quarterly reporting, coordinate disclosures, and partner with Investor Relations to present accurate information for public release.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of finance/accounting experience, with 1+ year in management.
• Active CPA license required.
• Public/industry accounting background; Big 4 experience is a plus.
• Proficient in US GAAP and SEC rules.
• Strong communication with senior leadership.
• Experience in SEC reporting.
• Experience with internal controls and SOX compliance.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee team of coworkers, including performance management and coaching & development.
• Manage team task delegation and prioritization to meet deadlines during monthly and quarterly reporting periods.
• Lead the preparation and filing of Form 10-Q and Form 10-K with the SEC, including consolidated financial statements and footnote disclosures.
• Analyze and review monthly financial statements (Opex, balance sheet, cash flows).
• Develop new disclosures as required by SEC or new accounting standards; advise on improvements.
• Monitor SEC rules and ensure timely implementation and compliance.
• Coordinate and prepare other filings (prospectus, registration statements) as needed.
• Partner with investor relations for accurate public release materials (earnings).
• Collaborate across Investor Relations, Treasury, Legal, Systems, FP&A, Sales, Margin Accounting, Corporate Accounting.
• Review monthly internal materials for Executive Committee and CFO decks.
• Maintain internal controls in support of SOX compliance.
• Perform annual impairment analyses of goodwill and long-lived assets or segment reporting.
• Lead EPS calculation and cash flow statements review.
• Assist in data review and new system implementations.
• Participate in cross-functional special projects as needed.
• Support technical accounting projects (contracts, acquisitions, debt offerings).

Skills

CPA license

US GAAP

SEC reporting

Leadership

Cross-functional

Process improvement

Attention to detail

Excel

SOX/compliance

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workiva

Hyperion

Workday

Job description

Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Manager of Financial Reporting to join our team at CDW and be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking Finance organization that values innovation and continuous growth. In this role, you will lead an efficient and quality completion of our financial reporting processes, including our filings with the Securities Exchange Commission and Investor Relations materials, and other technical accounting matters. You will drive continuous improvement to promote the integrity of processes and overall efficiency, while collaborating with various stakeholders across the organization. This position is also responsible for providing analytical support to executive‑level management. This role will provide leadership, direction, coaching and development to the team.

What you’ll do

• Oversee team of coworkers, including performance management and coaching & development.
• Manage team task delegation and prioritization to meet deadlines during monthly and quarterly reporting periods.
• Lead the preparation and filing of Form 10-Q and Form 10-K with the SEC, which includes reviewing the consolidated financial statements and footnote disclosures, and review of the MD&A and other sections of the filings.
• Analyze and review monthly financial statements, including statement of operations, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows.
• Develop new disclosures as determined by SEC requirements, or new accounting standards, as well as advising on improvements to existing disclosures.
• Monitor and assess SEC proposed and final rules to ensure timely implementation and compliance.
• Support the coordination and preparation of other filings, such as prospectus filings for public debt offerings, registration statements and pro forma financial information in accordance with Article 11 of Regulation S‑X.
• Partner with investor relations ensuring accurate presentation of materials for public release such as earnings releases, dividend releases and earnings release scripts.
• Collaborate within and across departments, including Investor Relations, Treasury, Legal, Systems, FP&A, Sales and Margin Accounting and Corporate Accounting.
• Review monthly internal reporting materials for Executive Committee and CFO reporting decks.
• Maintain effective system of internal accounting controls in support of SOX compliance.
• Perform the annual goodwill and other long‑lived intangible asset impairment analysis or segment reporting analysis.
• Lead the preparation and review of the earnings per share calculation and statement of cash flow.
• Assist in review of data and new system implementation projects, as applicable.
• Participate in cross‑functional special projects, as needed.
• Support technical accounting projects such as contract review controls, acquisitions, debt offerings, etc., as needed.

What we expect of you

• Bachelor’s degree 5+ years of relevant finance and/or accounting experience, 1+ years of managerial experience.
• Active CPA license
• Public/industry accounting experience, Big 4 public accounting firm experience is a plus.
• Proficient knowledge of US GAAP and SEC rules and requirements.
• Experience in SEC reporting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and planning skills with critical attention to detail.
• Track record of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business, while meeting deadlines.
• Experience leading a dynamic team, with a focus on adaptability and learning agility over task allocation and priorities of the team, while balancing developing and optimizing talent.
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications with strong experience in Excel.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to proactively collaborate cross‑functionally to reach a solution.
• Continuous improvement mindset with experience implementing improvements driving efficiency as well as quality, with a focus on process orientation.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and maintain productive working relationships cross‑functionally.
• Experience in Workiva, Hyperion Financial Management and Workday, is a plus.

Pay range: $104,000- $140,000 depending on experience and skill set.
Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials and annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan.

CDW is committed to being an AI‑fluent organization

As a leader, you will champion and be accountable for our vision of becoming an AI‑fluent organization. We expect leaders to model curiosity, encourage responsible AI adoption, and foster a culture of continuous learning. You don’t need deep technical expertise, but you should be comfortable exploring how AI can enhance strategy, decision‑making, and team performance. Your role includes guiding others in building confidence and capability with AI tools and practices, while promoting openness to experimentation and shared learning.

Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.

About Us

CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what’s possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it. At CDW we act as one—building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win—focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward—staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That’s why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees—working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.

As a full‑stack, full‑lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what’s next.

Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.