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Director of Financial Reporting and Accounting

CFS
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/20/2026
Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting

Location: Deerfield, IL (Hybrid 2 days in office)

Salary: $190,000 20% Bonus

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Our Client

We are representing a leading public company seeking an experienced Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting. This is a high-impact role offering visibility across the organization and the opportunity to work on complex reporting and technical accounting matters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee SEC reporting, including preparation and review of 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings.
  • Utilize Workiva or Active Disclosure software for reporting processes.
  • Provide technical accounting expertise, including drafting memos and disclosures.
  • Manage one-off transactions and ensure compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations.
  • Review close areas and provide indirect oversight (no direct reports).

Top Requirements

  • Public company SEC reporting experience (required).
  • Hands-on experience with Workiva or Active Disclosure software (must-have).
  • Strong knowledge of technical accounting and ability to draft memos/disclosures.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience (some flexibility).
  • Experience with 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings.
  • Industry flexibility: candidates from outside pharma are welcome (blended experience OK).

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

  • Competitive compensation: $190K base 20% bonus.
  • Strategic role with exposure to executive leadership.
  • Opportunity to work on complex transactions and technical accounting challenges.

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