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Ryan Specialty

Senior Accountant

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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
72K-90K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
72K-90K Annually
Senior level
The Senior Accountant will support financial reporting, ensure compliance with GAAP and ASC 606, and assist with audits while implementing process improvements.
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Position Summary

The Senior Accountant will contribute significantly to the growth and operational excellence of our organization by supporting a broad range of accounting and financial reporting activities. This role operates within a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment and serves as a key member of the Revenue team. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for executing both GAAP and non-GAAP revenue reporting requirements while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information.

What will your job entail?

Revenue\Financial

  • Assist in the timely preparation of financial reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual cycle

  • Review and record transactions in accordance with GAAP and ASC 606

  • Preform monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue reconciliations

  • Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate contract review and billing

  • Prepare journal entries and revenue-related schedules

  • Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and analysis

  • Comply with SOX standards for the respective areas


Other

  • Prepare schedules for footnotes and schedules related to both the 10-Q and 10-K

  • Working with Finance IT team, actively train and gain knowledge of financial reporting system and report building skills

  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

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Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting

  • Licensed CPA

  • 4+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in revenue recognition

  • Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and GAAP

  • Proficiency in ERP systems (Workday preferred)

  • Advanced Excel skills

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

How We Support Our Teammates 

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.

The target salary range for this position is $72,000.00 - $90,000.00 annually.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/. 

 

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected] 

 

The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Top Skills

Asc 606
Erp Systems
Excel
Gaap
Workday
HQ

Ryan Specialty Chicago, Illinois, USA Office

180 N. Stetson Avenue, 46th Floor, Chicago, IL, United States, 60601

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