Cars

Director, Financial Accounting & Reporting

Chicago, IL · Director · Full-time

No sponsorship$154k-$193kDetected 12 days ago

ComplianceFinancial AnalysisAccountingExcelM&AFP&AERPResearchLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingGAAPFinancial ReportingInternal Audit

About the role

Please note this role is based in Chicago in a hybrid schedule (expected to work at the office at least once a week).

Own and maintain the company's ASC 606 revenue recognition framework, including technical accounting memos, SSP analyses, and principal vs. agent assessments, while partnering with Sales, Legal, and FP&A to evaluate deal structures, identify performance obligations, and ensure timely documentation of key judgments
Monitor FASB and SEC pronouncements, assess their impact on financial statements, and lead implementation
Develop and maintain comprehensive accounting policies and procedures
Advise on structuring revenue streams and contracts to optimize revenue recognition and operational efficiency
M&A Due Diligence and Integration: Lead accounting and reporting workstreams in due diligence and drive Finance integration for acquired businesses, including OTC process planning
Execute and maintain internal controls over financial reporting in compliance with SOX requirements
Develop, manage, mentor, and coach accounting team members, fostering a high-performance culture through ongoing feedback, professional growth opportunities, and succession planning
Build strong relationships across peers, stakeholders, and team members to support a high-performing, collaborative environment
Continuously simplify processes and optimize technology use to deliver cost-effective, high-quality finance services
Lead accounting and reporting workstreams in due diligence and drive Finance integration for acquired businesses, including OTC process planning

Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or Finance
10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience including 3+ years in SEC reporting at a US-listed company
Deep knowledge of US GAAP and SOX internal controls
Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles, including experience with complex transactions
Track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional projects and driving change
Proficiency with AI tools (e.g., Claude, Gemini, ChatGPT) to support technical research, policy drafting, financial narrative writing, and workflow efficiency
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
For US-based Positions: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.
For US-based Positions: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Big 4 public accounting experience combined with a corporate accounting background strongly preferred
Experience with financial systems
proficiency in SEC reporting tools such as Workiva preferred

$154,200.00-192,750.00
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring financial statements are prepared accurately and on time in accordance with US GAAP
Coordinate with internal and external auditors on quarterly reviews and the annual audit

at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration.
In fact, it's built into the very fabric of our shared values.
We like to say we Rise Together - putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community.
Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes.
But critical to our success is Caring to Challenge and Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today.
At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it's hard.
It's our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.
But don't take our word for it.
We are proud to be named one of Built In's 2026 Best Places to Work in Chicago and across the U.S. Ready to make your mark?
Join a team that's driving real change in the automotive industry.
Reporting to the Assistant Controller and directly managing a team of 5, this role owns day-to-day external financial reporting, SEC compliance, US GAAP adherence, and SOX controls for a publicly traded company.
At Cars Commerce, we're fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling.
We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail.

For US-based Positions: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

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