Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting, Hybrid Chicago, IL

CDW; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 74.000 - 105.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

CDW is seeking a Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting to join our Finance organization. You will research complex accounting and reporting issues, help implement new US GAAP standards and SEC rules, and support quarterly SEC filings and investor materials.

You will collaborate with stakeholders across Investor Relations, Treasury, Legal, and Finance to analyze complex deals and document accounting positions. A CPA and experience with ASC 606 are required.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of public/industry accounting experience.
• Active CPA license (required).
• Proficient knowledge of US GAAP (ASC 606) and SEC rules and requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with strong Excel experience.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact with stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement mindset with experience driving efficiency and quality.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
• Experience with Workiva, Hyperion, and Workday is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Research US GAAP/SEC rules and document accounting positions for complex issues.
• Review material revenue contracts to ensure ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Prepare Form 10-Q/10-K and file with the SEC, including footnote disclosures and MD&A.
• Collaborate with Investor Relations and other departments for material presentations.
• Prepare monthly internal reporting materials (income statement, balance sheet, cash flows).
• Support external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audit.
• Maintain internal controls documentation supporting accounting positions.

Kenntnisse

US GAAP

Excel

CPA license

Communication

Multi-tasking

Process improvement

Adaptability

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workiva

Hyperion Financial Management

Workday

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Accountant - 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 perform research and analysis on complex technical accounting and reporting issues, assist with the implementation of new US GAAP accounting standards and SEC reporting rules, support updates to the Company’s global finance policies, and support the preparation of quarterly financial statements filed with the Security Exchange Commission (\"SEC\") and Investor Relations materials. This role will collaborate with various stakeholders across the organization to understand complex deals and assist with analyzing and documenting the Company’s accounting positions.

What you will do:

• Research US GAAP/SEC rules and regulations to resolve and document the accounting and reporting for complex technical issues.
• Perform and document review of material revenue contracts to ensure revenue is appropriately recognized in accordance with ASC 606
• Analyze and summarize accounting positions and related financial data for presentation to key stakeholders
• Prepares Form 10-Q and Form 10-K and files with the SEC, including preparation of consolidated financial statements and footnote disclosures, preparation of the MD&A and other sections of filings.
• Partner with Investor Relations team to ensure accurate presentation of materials for public release such as the earnings release, dividends release, Form 8-K's, inventor presentations, earnings release scripts, etc.
• Prepares monthly internal reporting materials which could include financial statements, including the income statement, balance sheet and statement of cash flows, earnings per share calculation, CECL analysis, and other analysis for internal reporting materials.
• Collaborate with and across departments including Investor Relations, Treasury, Legal, Financial Systems, FP&A, Sales and Margin Accounting and Corporate Accounting.
• Assist with purchase accounting for business combinations to ensure net assets are properly measured and valued in accordance with ASC 805.
• Monitor and document FASB projects, accounting standard updates, and SEC rules to determine impact to the Company and inform finance leadership
• Assist with updating the Company’s global finance instruction manual, which documents accounting and reporting policies and procedures.
• Assist with the implementation of new US GAAP accounting standards and SEC reporting rules, including working with various cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support the Company’s external auditors performing quarterly reviews and the annual audit with respect to both financial reporting and technical accounting issues.
• Maintain compliance with internal control procedures, including preparation of documentation to support accounting and reporting positions.

What we expect of you:

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of public/industry accounting experience
• Active CPA license (required)
• Public/industry accounting experience, from the Big 4 public accounting firm experience is a plus.
• Proficient knowledge of US GAAP (emphasis on ASC 606) and SEC rules and requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications with strong experience in Excel
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement mindset with experience implementing improvements driving efficiency as well as quality, with a focus on process orientation.
• Proficiency in balancing multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlines
• Demonstrate resilience and curiosity and is willing to learn new concepts and apply learnings in new situations.
• Experience in Workiva, Hyperion Financial Management and Workday, is a plus.

Pay range: $74,000 - $ 105,000 depending on experience and skill set
Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials annual bonus target of 5% subject to terms and conditions of plan

CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organizationWe're looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner's mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances-not replaces-human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.

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 fullstack, fulllifecycle 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.