Buckingham Search

Technical Accounting Manager

Buckingham Search - Lisle, IL

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Accounting Manager within their Corporate Accounting group. This position reports directly into the Director of Technical Accounting and in this position, you will be responsible for reviewing complex business transactions and assisting in special projects requiring a technical, as well as strategic, point of view.


Responsibilities:

  • Research and resolution of significant and/or non-routine transactions, including but not limited to: revenue recognition, leasing, joint arrangements and consolidation, derivatives, impairments, acquisitions and divestitures
  • Active engagement with the Corporate Development Group, senior management and business operations on various proposed transactions and agreements
  • Partner with the business by contributing accounting and financial information, analysis, and recommendations
  • Global exposure as the parent company is based internationally
  • Prepare and review technical accounting position papers
  • Monitor and advise senior management on developments in accounting pronouncements and analyze the related accounting, policy and reporting impacts
  • Lead and assist in the implementation of new accounting standards
  • Implement and enhance formal processes for obtaining and analyzing information gathered from business units for quarterly reviews over certain processes
  • Work with internal and external auditors
  • Ensure compliance with applicable internal control standards related to area of responsibility
  • Complete special projects and perform other duties as assigned


Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or
  • At least 5 years of accounting experience
  • At least 1 year of lead experience

OR

  • Bachelor’s degree and CPA
  • At least 5 years of accounting experience
  • At least 1 year of lead experience

OR

  • Master’s degree in Accounting or
  • At least 3 years of accounting experience
  • At least 1 year of lead experience

OR

  • Master’s degree and CPA
  • At least 3 years of accounting experience
  • At least 1 year of lead experience


Desired Skills:

  • Current CPA strongly preferred
  • Big four public accounting experience a plus
  • Experience with IFRS a plus
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-starter and has the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
  • Strong research skills


Posted On: Wednesday, November 22, 2023



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