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Financial Reporting Manager in Chicago, IL

Financial Reporting Manager job description

Financial reporting managers drive the financial reporting function in a company and must have excellent analytical and communication skills. Businesses look for candidates with a minimum of five years of experience in financial reporting roles and give preference to those who have worked as financial analysts. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required, as is experience with major ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP and knowledge of internal controls requirements.

Typical financial reporting manager duties:

Preparing and reviewing public filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K and other SEC filings)Ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirementsPresenting internal financial statementsSupporting the controller in preparing for and implementing new accounting standardsAssisting in the maintenance of internal financial controls, including developing and/or updating procedures to enhance efficiency and internal controlsCommunicating with external and internal auditors regarding financial reporting matters

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Salary for Financial Reporting Manager in Chicago, IL

140625 - 201875

Low
140625
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
171563
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
201875
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.
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