Senior Accountant, Consolidations and Reporting

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 Senior Accountant, Consolidations and Reporting, supports CDK’s financial consolidations and reporting. This role supports accurate and timely financial statements, disclosures and supplemental information prepared in accordance with US GAAP and in compliance with CDK accounting policies. Utilizing knowledge of US GAAP, this role works directly with the financial systems team, accounting, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), tax, treasury, and external audit to support quality financial analysis, technical accounting and reporting research, and application of accounting policies. The role requires strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset. This role reports to the Manager, Consolidations and Reporting. Responsibilities & Essential Functions Assist with the monthly preparation of consolidated financial statements, including footnotes and Management Disclosure & Analysis (“MD&A”), in accordance with US GAAP, helping to ensure accuracy, clarity and quality for internal and external stakeholders. Assist with the preparation of reporting package submissions to CDK’s private equity owners Support the review and validation of schedules and footnote support from business partners to help ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards Assist with additional reporting deliverables, including government census reporting and standalone financial statements for various legal entities Support the maintenance of consolidation hierarchies and account mappings in FCCS system, helping to ensure data integrity and efficient close processes Support the preparation of top-side journal entries as needed Support internal and external audit requests Develop a strong working relationship with cross-functional stakeholders across CDK by demonstrating strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Support process improvements and automation to streamline reporting and reduce close timeline Support execution and monitoring of ongoing control procedures and documentation related to compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for the consolidations and reporting process. Complete special projects as assigned. Follow all CDK Global policies and procedures Complete all mandatory assigned compliance tasks and…