Financial Reporting Manager

Overview

Financial Reporting Manager
Salary: $130,000 – $165,000 + bonus

Location:

Chicago – Hybrid

• Newly created role as the company transitions from public to private – high visibility and impact
• Opportunity for accelerated career growth in a well‑respected, global leadership advisory firm
• Excellent leadership: reports to a former PwC alum you placed earlier this year—sharp, supportive, and highly regarded
• Young, energetic, highly motivated team with a fun and collaborative culture
• Strong benefits including 6% 401(k) match and Summer Fridays
• Flexible work environment—primarily remote with optional office time
• Ability to expand management experience and gain deep exposure to technical accounting, equity, M&A, and controls
• Fast interview process (1–2 steps) and strong commitment to developing talent

• Lead and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement preparation in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Manage technical accounting areas including leases, goodwill, equity valuation, stock‑based compensation, impairments, and other complex topics
• Own consolidated and statutory audit support; partner with external auditors and ensure timely completion of all PBC requests
• Strengthen internal controls across reporting and technical accounting processes; help drive SOX readiness
• Conduct research and draft technical accounting memos on complex transactions (revenue, equity, M&A, debt/equity arrangements)
• Monitor evolving GAAP guidance and lead implementation of new accounting standards
• Handle equity accounting, including valuation coordination, equity modifications, and related disclosures
• Support M&A transactions including purchase accounting, valuation analysis, earnout accounting, and post‑acquisition integration
• Design and implement internal controls over equity, business combinations, and technical accounting areas
• Partner cross‑functionally with Legal, FP&A, HR, and business leaders to ensure accurate accounting and strategic alignment
• Provide clear, concise communication of complex topics to non‑accounting stakeholders
• Mentor staff, support skill development, and contribute to a high‑performance team culture
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, reporting accuracy, and scalability

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• CPA required
• 6–10 years of progressive experience in public accounting or public/private mix
• Prefer candidates who have served both public and private clients if coming directly from public accounting
• Strong technical accounting background with proven experience drafting memos and leading complex analyses
• Hands‑on experience with consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills
• Sharp, engaging, and personable—strong executive presence
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with OCC or similar consolidation tools preferred
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment with frequent ad hoc projects and changing priorities

This is an exciting opportunity for a Financial Reporting Manager or Senior Manager seeking deep technical exposure, meaningful ownership, and career growth within a global, respected, and people‑focused organization.