Finance & Accounting Manager

ACCOUNTING MANAGER - ACCOUNTING & FINANCE CONSULTANT

DLC is an award-winning professional services firm specializing in finance, accounting, project management & financial systems integration projects. Our teams provide flexible, efficient & customized on demand execution addressing financial challenges under the office of the CFO. DLC serves clients across Chicago, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Los Angeles, & Orange County markets.

WHY JOIN OUR DLC TEAM

We continue to invest in our team to grow the business & expand our presence. Our DLC Chicago market is seeking experienced Accounting & Finance consultants to join us in a full-time salaried role. This unique opportunity offers the best of both worlds with the variety & challenge of project-based work with the stability & continuity of a full-time position.

As a DLC consultant, you will work with a talented team of professionals and make a significant investment in your career. You will help clients navigate critical accounting & finance initiatives from reporting and compliance to forecasting, systems implementations & transformations, process improvements & interim leadership support. Our clients include a mix of Fortune 1000 companies, Middle Market and private equity backed.

This is a strong fit for professionals who want to:

• Build a dynamic career in accounting & finance consulting client facing opportunities
• Work directly with finance & operating executives
• Contribute to high-impact, visible projects
• Continue growing their skills across industries & functional areas
• Enjoy the support, benefits & career development of a full-time employer

DLC PROJECTS

As an Accounting & Finance Consultant, you may contribute across several types of engagements depending on client needs, your experience & project scope.

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Manage full-cycle accounting processes
• Improve and optimize the month-end close
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and reporting packages
• Support SEC filings, including 10-K, 10-Q, S-1, S-3 & S-4
• Analyze & implement new FASB pronouncements
• Support audits & post-merger integration efforts
• Develop & document internal controls, policies & procedures

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Develop annual operating plans, forecasts, & long-range plans
• Build & maintain financial models & decision-support tools
• Analyze pricing, profitability, capital expenditures & strategic investments
• Support acquisition & divestiture analysis
• Evaluate marketing ROI, benchmarking results & cost allocation approaches
• Support R&D budgeting & complex forecasting needs

Financial Systems & Process Improvement

• Lead or support financial systems implementations & upgrades
• Define business requirements & assist with software selection
• Partner across Finance and IT
• Design charts of accounts
• Create & execute testing plans
• Build reports using ERP & reporting tools
• Identify process improvement opportunities & support implementation
• Provide post-launch support & troubleshooting

Process Documentation & Redesign

• Document current-state processes through narratives & flowcharts
• Recommend & implement best practices
• Redesign workflows to align with system & business needs
• Strengthen compliance & operational efficiency

Interim Financial Management

• Step into interim finance leadership roles during periods of growth, change, or transition
• Support organizations through reorganizations, mergers, acquisitions & relocations
• Clarify team roles & responsibilities
• Improve workflows & identify productivity opportunities
• Develop position descriptions & train incoming staff

Project Management

• Define project scope, objectives, timelines & deliverables
• Coordinate cross-functional teams & stakeholders
• Build communication & project plans
• Identify & manage project risks
• Help ensure projects are delivered on time & on budget

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related area
• Holds an MBA and/or CPA or in process strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, public accounting experience strongly preferred
• 5+ years of demonstrated success inside a Fortune 1000 company required
• Experience in accounting, finance, FP&A, reporting, audit, systems, or transformation
• The ability to adapt quickly across different clients, industries & business needs
• Strong analytical, project management & communication skills
• A collaborative approach & confidence working with senior stakeholders
• A desire to take on meaningful, high-visibility work in a consulting environment

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, & PERKS

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Family planning reimbursement
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage options
• Access to learning and development resources
• Comprehensive onboarding
• Ongoing support for personal and professional growth, strong commitment to work-life balance

Compensation for this position ranges from $110,000 - $165,000 and will vary depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. The compensation may also include incentive compensation in the form of discretionary bonuses.