Lead Accountant, Consolidations and Reporting

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.

Position Summary:

The Consolidations and Reporting Lead Accountant is responsible for the monthly consolidation of CDK's financial statements in Oracle and in performing reviews of financial statement results to ensure the integrity of the consolidated financial statements and their compliance with GAAP and CDK accounting policies. This role supports CDK's financial reporting and interacts with the financial systems team, accounting, financial planning and analysis, tax, treasury, and external audit to apply accounting policy and generate superior quality analysis. The role requires a continuous improvement mindset with a desire to automate work to create an efficient and accurate consolidation and reporting process while improving the control environment.

Position Responsibilities & Essential functions

• Lead the end-to-end preparation of consolidated financial statements, including footnotes and Management Disclosure & Analysis ("MD&A"), in accordance with US GAAP, ensuring accuracy, clarity and quality for internal and external stakeholders.
• Own the preparation of consolidated financial statements and reporting package submissions to CDK's private equity owner in accordance with IFRS, bringing strong judgment and rigor to complex global reporting requirements
• Review and validate supporting schedules and footnote support from business partners to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards
• Oversee additional reporting deliverables, including government census reporting and standalone financial statements for various legal entities
• Perform insightful financial statement analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and business drivers, and communicate f

  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 for employment in the US must be authorized to work in the US. CDK may offer employer visa sponsorship to applicants.