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Financial Reporting Manager
| Company | Avant |
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| Location | Chicago, IL, USA |
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| Salary | $95000 – $130000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- 6+ years of experience in accounting, with significant portions in SEC Reporting and public accounting, preferably Big Four audit
- Bachelor or higher degree in accounting or finance; CPA required
- Extensive US GAAP and accounting skills with the ability to convert technical research and interpretation into practical, strategic solutions
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrates a proactive, hands-on style and the ability to prioritize and deliver results amidst a wide variety of critical initiatives
- Dependable, organized, motivated and trustworthy
Responsibilities
- Review monthly financial statements for internal and external reporting
- Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements in compliance with GAAP and SEC requirements
- Manage and enhance the quarterly disclosure checklist process, ensuring full adherence to US GAAP and SEC regulations
- Partner closely with operational accounting team to facilitate the preparation of financial statements and disclosure schedules
- Assist in technical accounting research and maintain accounting policies on complex accounting issues such as current expected credit losses (CECL), troubled debt restructurings, fair value, leases, stock based compensation, revenue recognition, transfers and servicing of financial assets, variable interest entities, etc.
- Stay informed of emerging accounting pronouncements and disclosure requirements, serving as a resource for the organization
- Assist in the interpretation and implementation of new accounting standards
- Oversee annual audit processes, acting as one of the primary liaisons with auditors
- Identify strategic opportunities and lead initiatives to streamline reporting processes and controls
- Continuously refine and enhance external reporting procedures and policies
- Assist in the formal build out and documentation of internal controls over financial reporting, including the identification and remediation of control gaps
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with FinTech/lending industry preferred
- Experience or familiarity with NetSuite, WDesk, and other accounting efficiency software packages is preferred
