Senior Accountant, Revenue & Receivables
Morningstar · Chicago, IL · 4 days ago
Accounting$95k–$140k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition in accordance with company policies and U.S. GAAP.
- Review and analyze contracts to determine the appropriate revenue recognition treatment.
- Prepare and maintain revenue schedules and reconciliations.
- Partner with FP&A, Sales, Shared Services, Internal Audit, and Legal teams to address revenue-related matters.
- Collaborate with the Americas Accounts Receivable and India Shared Services teams on AR processes, including invoicing, collections, and reconciliations.
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts and unapplied cash.
- Implement and maintain credit policies and procedures.
- Resolve customer billing inquiries and disputes.
- Process improvement and analytics.
- Develop and maintain month-end revenue reporting and analytics, providing actionable insights into revenue performance, key drivers, and variances.
- Document current processes and recommend enhancements.
- Identify and implement process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Lead or participate in cross-functional projects that improve efficiency and scalability.
- Stay current on industry best practices and integrate relevant improvements into operations.
- Financial reporting.
- Perform reconciliations to ensure the completeness and accuracy of billings for each reporting period.
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statement schedules, and other month-end close deliverables.
- Aid in quarterly, annual, financial, and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Compliance and controls.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements.
- Develop and document accounting policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular reviews to confirm adherence to compliance standards.
- Identify and implement process and control enhancements.
- Audit support.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors and support audit procedures.
- Prepare audit schedules and provide supporting documentation.
- Address audit findings and help implement corrective actions.
- Support a smooth audit process through clear communication and timely follow-up.
- Team collaboration.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and support business operations.
- Provide guidance and training to junior team members.
- Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure alignment on financial matters.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field; CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
- Minimum of five years of experience in accounting or a related role.
- Experience with revenue recognition (ASC 606) and accounts receivable accounting.
- Familiarity with SEC reporting and SOX compliance.
- Prior public accounting or financial services experience preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with Salesforce and Oracle is a plus.
Compensation and Benefits
- Total Cash Compensation Range: $95,275.00 - $139,741.66
- Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
- Financial Health: 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
- Stock Ownership Potential
- Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
- Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annually
- Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
- Emotional Health: Trust-Based Time Off, 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program, 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave, Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance
- Lifestyle Health: Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities, Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses, Tuition Reimbursement
- Social Health: Charitable Matching Gifts program, Dollars for Doers volunteer program, Paid volunteering days
- Total Employee Resource & Affinity Groups