Agency:
IMS
Job Function:
Finance
Job Subfunction:
Financial Accounting and Controlling
Job Description:
What does the Client Reporting team do?
The Client Reporting team at IMS focuses on delivering accurate and timely financial reporting and analyses for both internal and external clients. They handle tasks ranging from month-end accounting closes and preparing detailed profitability and inventory reports to assisting in annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes. Additionally, the department plays a key role in audit compliance, project activity reconciliation, and enhancing client working capital positions through strategic collaboration across teams.
We value what makes you, you
IMS is committed to building and maintaining a team that reflects the diverse consumer base and communities that we serve. We know that when our associates are empowered to bring their whole selves to work, they feel valued and appreciated, and bring better results for our clients. We strive to build a culture that rewards people for their unique perspectives and contributions, and where our people are connected - to the work we do, to each other, and to IMS.
Who are you?
You have strong organizational and problem-solving skills and are proficient in Excel. You excel in a collaborative environment, you’re adept at handling multiple functions from month-end close to financial reporting and analysis, and you are committed to professional growth and effective communication within cross-functional teams.
Additionally, you embody the IMS principles of Passion, Collaboration, Integrity, Inventiveness, and Proactivity. You will be part of a team that strives to provide excellent service and thought leadership to our clients and want to bring your best to the organization and see your work brought to life.
What you’ll do
IMS is currently seeking an Accountant for our Skokie, IL location. You will be responsible for accurate and timely accounting, reporting and analysis for industry leading clients reporting to the team lead. This position works closely with cross functional groups.
Below is a sample of role responsibilities:
Support accurate and timely month end general accounting close and reporting process execution
Prepare month end journal entries
Reconcile weekly freight invoices
Prepare accounting transactions
Meet deliverable deadlines
Query large amounts of data from ERP system and extract relevant data points needed to prepare reports for internal and/or client
Support and provide quality documentation on IMS policy and audit control compliance
Balance Sheet reconciliations
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Develop and maintain positive partnerships within finance and cross functional teams
Ask questions and seek out opportunities to grow professionally
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or Economics
Strong organizational skills, problem-solving, with excellent communication skills
Strong Excel skillset is an absolute must (Pivot table creation, VLOOKUP, If/then formulas, etc)
General ease learning new systems and tools
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Experience with ERP i.e., JD Edwards/AS 400 queries
Relevant internship experience and/ or 1+ years of work experience considered
What we offer:
In addition to playing an important role at IMS, you'll receive:
Competitive salary
Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
Generous PTO policy
Robust peer recognition program
Training and development opportunities
Commitment to growing and enhancing our organizational culture
Who we are
IMS represents leading brands at the point of purchase – in store, online, and behind the scenes – including digital and traditional signage, print and POP, branded merchandise, and more. Our marketplace is solution agnostic, so our clients achieve best execution at lowest price throughout North America. Our integrated platform (planning, procurement, freight, warehousing, kitting, fulfillment, field execution, analytics, and program management) empowers our clients to…