Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting

2 months ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Adtalem Global Education Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Manager to oversee Adtalem Global Education's accounting policies and procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising senior management on technical accounting matters, including assessing significant transactions and the impact of new accounting pronouncements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Research and document accounting treatment for new program offerings and complex transactions.
  • Advise management on the implications of accounting and financial reporting impacts.
  • Propose recommendations for changes and improvements to accounting policies, procedures, and controls to meet business needs.
  • Drive and partner with cross-functional teams to develop and implement accounting policies and procedures.
  • Serve as a key liaison with external auditors during quarterly reviews and year-end audits, providing support and documentation as needed.
  • Monitor the development and applicability of emerging accounting and reporting rules being deliberated by the SEC, FASB, PCAOB, and other regulatory bodies.
  • Assess and implement accounting policies and procedures for current and newly issued GAAP standards, including development of project plans.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies, Sarbanes Oxley, and internal controls, GAAP standards, and statutory requirements.
  • Contribute to the preparation and review of quarterly and annual reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q, and other SEC filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Direct and control the teams' general accounting activities as needed, including recording company transactions, classifications, and reconciliation of account balances in accordance with GAAP and company policy.
  • Adhere to internal control policies and procedures and maintain high ethical standards of integrity, confidentiality, and quality.
  • Mentor and develop staff members within the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
  • Provide periodic technical accounting training to the members of the Accounting and Finance organizations.
  • Partner with leaders in Corporate Development, HR, Legal, FP&A, Treasury, IT, and other departments to achieve financial and operational excellence.
  • Support the Controllership on other ad hoc projects and requests as determined by management.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (Required)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Preferred)
  • Minimum of 6 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in leadership roles with a proven ability to:
  • Build and develop high-performing teams
  • Drive team objectives and performance
  • Achieve results within established timelines (Required)
  • In-depth technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including but not limited to:
  • Deals
  • Revenue recognition
  • Leases
  • Credit losses
  • Derivatives
  • Internally developed software
  • Stock-based compensation (Required)
  • Experience working in a public accounting firm (Required)
  • Extensive experience in systems and process improvement (Required)
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong technical skills in U.S. GAAP and robust managerial capabilities
  • Expertise in diagnosing, isolating, and resolving complex issues, along with the ability to recommend and implement effective solutions
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities as needed
  • Proven ability to facilitate teamwork and cooperation at all levels within the organization, with the capacity to work independently with limited supervision
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly diligent, well-organized, and detail-oriented
  • Insightful with a strong service orientation

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