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Senior Accounting Analyst
Senior Accounting AnalystTransUnion • Chicago, IL, United States
Senior Accounting Analyst

Senior Accounting Analyst

TransUnion • Chicago, IL, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

What We'll Bring :

At TransUnion, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver’s seat of their professional development, while having access to help along the way. We encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. Regardless of job titles, our associates have the opportunity to learn new things and be a leader every day.

Come be a part of our team – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.

As a Sr. Accounting Analyst for the US Markets Team provides financial support to the US Market verticals. The group works directly with the business and other accounting areas and their teams for monthly financial statements, quarterly and annual reporting, and the development / monitoring of key business performance indicators.

What You'll Bring :

  • 2-4 plus years of direct experience in an accounting environment (mix of public accounting and industry is a plus).
  • Strong working knowledge of US GAAP.
  • Experience with GL and Forecasting tools (e.g PeopleSoft / OneStream).
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas).
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting / finance

We’re also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we’re happy to support your development in :

  • CPA or progress toward CPA .
  • Experience with Statutory Audits
  • Experience with Power BI and Tableau

    • Impact You'll Make :

  • Support month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. This will include reviewing and approving journal entries and reconciliations for the US Marketing segment.
  • Assist in balance sheet and income statement analysis
  • Support compliance with SOX controls and documentation requirements.
  • Continuous engagement with the offshore Shared Services team with completion of the month-end close process and account reconciliations.
  • Partner with corporate accounting to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
  • Prepare ad-hoc reports and assist in special projects focused on improving processes and providing additional business insight.
  • Engage with internal and external audits for any inquiries related to the USM verticals.
  • Communicate financial performance to respective business owners and finance leaders.
  • Support respective business owners by researching questions and investigating variances in financial statements.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams and process enhancements related to financial planning, forecasting, allocations and reporting.
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