Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting

CDW

. Research US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations to resolve and document complex technical accounting and reporting issues .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $74,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in US GAAP and SEC regulations, with a strong focus on ASC 606 compliance and financial reporting. Capable of preparing detailed financial statements and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting.

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US GAAP ExpertiseSEC Reporting ComplianceCPA LicenseFinancial Statement PreparationAdvanced Excel Skills

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Hard Skills

US GAAPASC 606SEC RulesFinancial AnalysisRevenue RecognitionForms 10-QForms 10-KPurchase AccountingInternal Control ProceduresFASB Monitoring

Soft Skills

Advanced Communication SkillsAdaptabilityResilienceCuriosityEfficiency Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelWorkivaHyperion Financial ManagementWorkday

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA License

Industry Keywords

Financial ReportingInvestor RelationsPublic AccountingMaterial Revenue ContractsConsolidated Financial Statements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations to resolve and document complex technical accounting and reporting issues
Review and document material revenue contracts to ensure revenue recognition complies with ASC 606
Analyze and summarize accounting positions and financial data for key stakeholders
Prepare and file Forms 10-Q and 10-K with the SEC, including consolidated financial statements, footnote disclosures, MD&A, and other filing sections
Partner with Investor Relations on public-release materials, including earnings releases, dividend releases, Form 8-Ks, investor presentations, and earnings release scripts
Prepare monthly internal reporting materials, including financial statements, earnings per share calculations, CECL analysis, and other internal analyses
Collaborate with Investor Relations, Treasury, Legal, Financial Systems, FP&A, Sales and Margin Accounting, and Corporate Accounting
Assist with purchase accounting for business combinations in accordance with ASC 805
Monitor and document FASB projects, accounting standard updates, and SEC rules; determine impacts and inform finance leadership
Update the global finance instruction manual documenting accounting and reporting policies and procedures
Assist with implementation of new US GAAP accounting standards and SEC reporting rules
Support external auditors during quarterly reviews and the annual audit
Maintain compliance with internal control procedures and prepare supporting documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
3+ years of public/industry accounting experience
Active CPA license (required)
Proficient knowledge of US GAAP, with emphasis on ASC 606
Proficient knowledge of SEC rules and requirements
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong experience in Excel
Advanced verbal and written communication skills
Experience implementing improvements that drive efficiency and quality
Ability to balance multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs while meeting deadlines
Resilience, curiosity, willingness to learn new concepts, and ability to apply learnings in new situations
Experience in Workiva, Hyperion Financial Management, and Workday is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus target of 5% subject to terms and conditions of plan
Benefits information available at https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
Hybrid work arrangement