Remote Consolidations & Reporting Lead - GAAP/IFRS

TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario, London Economic Development Corporation; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CDK Global is seeking a Consolidations and Reporting Lead Accountant to manage monthly consolidation of financial statements in Oracle, ensure GAAP compliance and high-quality analysis. The role collaborates across finance, tax, treasury, and external audit, with a focus on automation and SOX controls to strengthen the close process.

The position requires 5+ years in public company accounting/auditing, deep GAAP knowledge, and proficiency with Oracle/ FCCS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of experience with public company accounting and/or auditing public companies (SOX 404 environment).
• Proven experience in financial reporting and/or technical accounting, with ability to navigate complex guidance and deliver high-quality outputs.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Strong proficiency with commonly used financial system tools.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, prioritizing effectively, and driving work forward independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to interpret data, think strategically, and form sound conclusions.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to contribute meaningfully within a team.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality in all deliverables.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Oracle Cloud and FCCS preferred; Knowledge of IFRS; Private-equity reporting experience; Big Four and/or SaaS industry experience; Exposure to IPO readiness or SEC reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end preparation of consolidated financial statements, including footnotes and MD&A, in accordance with US GAAP, ensuring accuracy, clarity and quality for internal and external stakeholders.
• Own the preparation of consolidated financial statements and reporting package submissions to CDK’s private equity owner in accordance with IFRS, bringing strong judgment and rigor to complex global reporting requirements.
• Review and validate supporting schedules and footnote support from business partners to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Oversee additional reporting deliverables, including government census reporting and standalone financial statements for various legal entities.
• Perform insightful financial statement analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and business drivers, and communicate findings to senior leadership and cross-functional partners as needed.
• Maintain consolidation hierarchies and account mappings in FCCS system, ensuring data integrity and efficient close processes.
• Perform technical accounting research, prepare technical memos and advise on the application of complex accounting guidance.
• Monitor, interpret and implement new Accounting Standards Updates (ASU).
• Assist with development, review, monitoring and application of accounting policies.
• Prepare top-side journal entries as needed.
• Support internal and external audit requests.
• Develop strong working relationships with cross functional stakeholders by demonstrating strong analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Champion process improvements and automation to streamline reporting and reduce close timelines.
• Strengthen internal control environment for consolidations and reporting by executing and monitoring ongoing control procedures and documentation related to compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

IFRS knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle Cloud

FCCS

Job description

CDK Global is seeking a Consolidations and Reporting Lead Accountant to manage monthly consolidation of financial statements in Oracle, ensure GAAP compliance and high-quality analysis. The role collaborates across finance, tax, treasury, and external audit, with a focus on automation and SOX controls to strengthen the close process.

The position requires 5+ years in public company accounting/auditing, deep GAAP knowledge, and proficiency with Oracle/ FCCS.