Business Partner, Corporate Accounting

Primient

• $98K — $123K *
Schaumburg, IL 60193In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • Minimum 2-5 years of experience in Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting
  • Proven skills in managing month-end close and consolidations
  • Hands-on experience with EPM software (e.g., Workday, SAP, Adaptive) is preferred
  • Knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting research (ASC 606, 842, 805)
  • Expertise in balance sheet and cash flow forecasting is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements following GAAP
  • Conduct technical accounting research and explain complex principles to non-finance partners
  • Manage general ledger activities and oversee month-end close procedures
  • Support the preparation of balance sheet and cash flow budgets and forecasts
  • Implement and maintain financial controls to mitigate risks
  • Assist with internal and external audits to ensure accurate reporting
  • Collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to support decision-making

Benefits

  • Multiple healthcare plan choices
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life, AD&D, and voluntary insurance plans
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Floating days off
  • Parental leave for new parents
  • Access to employee resource groups
  • Learning and development programs
  • Opportunities for a fun and engaging workplace culture
Full Job Description
Business Partner, Corporate Accounting | Primient

TheBusiness Partner, Corporate Accountingsits within the Business Performance team and focuses on enterprise-level accounting and financial control activities. This role is responsible for maintaining the integrity of consolidated financial reporting, overseeing key general ledger areas, and supporting balance sheet and cash flow forecasting. The Business Partnerpartners with senior management and other departments to ensure accuracy, compliance and transparency in corporate financial reporting, providing critical insights to inform decision making at the enterprise level. This role interprets complex financial data, highlights trends, and tells the story behind the numbers to support informed business decisions.

Key responsibilities: Business Partner, Corporate Accounting

Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Technical Accounting: Conduct technical accounting research and support application of complex GAAP principles. Be able to explain them clearly to non-finance stakeholders
General Ledger and Month End Close:Own general ledger activities for certain key areas, perform month-end, quarterly and year-end close procedures (e.g. journal entries, consolidated account roll forwards, account reconciliations, analysis and investigate discrepancies independently. Be able to identify root causes and propose action to leadership.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Support the preparation of balance sheet and cash flow budgets and forecasts.
Maintain Financial Controls: Implement and oversee controls to mitigate risk and ensure accuracy and compliance.
Support Audit Process: Assist with internal and external audits/auditors to ensure financial statements are reported correctly.
Partner Across the Organization to Support Decision-Making: Partner with senior management and cross-functional team membersto deliver decision-making support for key deliverables and business initiatives.
Manage Policy Training: Deliver training and guidance on accounting policies and procedures for business partners.
Conduct Ad Hoc Analysis: Respond to business needs with timely and accurate reports and analysis as needed to support overall business.
About You

Knowledge (Required)

Proven experience in financial reportingpreparation (including prior experience of statement of cash flows) providing clear analysis and insights
Consolidation processes (eliminations, functional currency, translation, revaluation)
US GAAP Technical Accounting Research & Application (i.e. ASC 606,842, 805 etc)

Knowledge (Preferred)

Balance Sheet/Cash Flow Forecasting

Skills

Data analytics and interpretation
Exceptional attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy
Inquisitive, analytical mindset, able to connect dots across statements and explore underlying drivers
Time management and prioritization
Independent problem-solving
Risk monitoring and mitigation

Mindsets

Flexible and adaptable
Curious and motivated
Business - oriented
Continuous improvement
Collaboration
Proactive problem-solver

Required and Preferred Education/Certification

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
CPA Professional Accounting designation(preferred)

Required and Preferred Work Experience

Minimum 2-5 years of relevant experience with Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting Research (month-end close, consolidations, reporting) (required) ; Planning/Forecasting(preferred)
Hands on experience with EPM software (e.g., Workday, SAP, Adaptive)


Total Rewards
The annual pay range estimated for this position is $98,400.00 - $123,000.00 and is bonus eligible.

Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities.During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • Competitive Pay

  • Multiple Healthcare plan choices

  • Dental and vision insurance

  • A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions

  • Short- and Long-Term Disability

  • Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans

  • Paid holidays & vacation

  • Floating days off

  • Parental leave for new parents

  • Employee resource groups

  • Learning & development programs

  • Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

* Ladders Estimates

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