Remote USA
About Us
CDK Global is a leading provider of cloud-based software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEMs”) across automotive and related industries. The Company’s cloud-based, software as a service (“SaaS”) platform enables dealerships to manage their end-to-end business operations including the acquisition, sale, financing, insuring, repair, and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows, the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance.
The Consolidations and Reporting Manager oversees month-end consolidations and reporting activities, partnering with finance and accounting staff to ensure timely reporting with a high degree of accuracy and integrity in the company’s books and records. The Consolidations and Reporting Manager also researches, interprets and applies accounting and reporting concepts and policies, ensures internal control compliance, leads team meetings, provides training and guidance, reviews the work of others within the accounting team, and helps to identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions
Manages the consolidations and reporting activities of the department which include preparing financial statements and disclosures under US GAAP and IFRS, researching technical accounting topics and preparing whitepapers, supporting the Company’s annual goodwill impairment study and preparing and implementing accounting policies
Partners cross-functionally with corporate accounting, financial systems, revenue, tax and FP&A teams to support monthly and quarterly reporting requirements
Manages month-end close and quarterly and annual reporting processes to ensure all required tasks are completed in a timely manner
Assists with auditor inquiries and requests
Assists with recruiting efforts
Leads and develops consolidations and reporting team members by setting clear goals, aligning priorities, monitoring performance, and providing coaching to drive productivity, collaboration, and effective workload management.
Communicates effectively and builds strong relationships throughout the organization
Proactively initiates business process improvements
Assists with special projects
Follows all CDK Global policies and procedures
Complete all mandatory assigned compliance tasks and acknowledgements
Meet or exceed all performance expectations
Hire and train new employees
Organize workflow and ensure that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
Set goals for performance, monitor employee productivity, and provide constructive feedback and coaching
Ensure adherence to legal and company policies and procedures and undertake disciplinary actions if the need arises
Role model company values and leadership expectations
Required Job Skills & Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
Minimum of 6 years of accounting experience, including public accounting or relevant SEC reporting experience
Experience supervising significant areas of accounting or financial reporting
Strong understanding of technical accounting concepts under US GAAP
Strong understanding of internal controls and financial reporting
Desire and ability to lead, mentor and develop staff
Advanced knowledge of Excel required
Successful track record of independently managing multiple projects with competing priorities while maintaining high-quality deliverables
Strong analytical and communication (verbal and written) skills
Well-rounded business judgment to recognize and respond to cross-departmental needs
Demonstrates accountability to personal work product
Preferred Job Skills & Qualifications
CPA designation or CPA candidate strongly preferred
Master’s degree preferred
IFRS experience is beneficial but not required
Experience with Oracle desired
Compensation: $130,000 - $145,000
CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, certifications, and work location. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in addition to:
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401K Matching Program
Tuition Reimbursement
At CDK, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people, customers and communities. We are open, curious and encourage different views, so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact.
CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed or religion, age, disability (including pregnancy), results of genetic testing, service in the military, veteran status or any other category protected by law.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. CDK retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position as needed.
CDK Global is a leading provider of retail technology and software as a service (SaaS) solutions that help dealers and auto manufacturers run their businesses more efficiently, drive improved profitability and create frictionless purchasing and ownership experiences for consumers. Today, CDK serves nearly 15,000 retail locations in North America.
