A growing organization is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to join its expanding accounting and financial reporting team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for professionals with a strong public accounting background who enjoy evaluating and documenting complex transactions and driving the implementation of new accounting standards.
This position is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is eager to make an impact by shaping technical accounting policies and practices.
Responsibilities:
Research and document the US GAAP and SEC reporting impacts of new and complex transactions, preparing clear technical accounting memorandums and white papers.
Partner with cross-functional teams to operationalize and implement new agreements and transactions.
Review lease contracts and determine appropriate accounting treatment under ASC 842.
Serve as a key liaison with external auditors on technical accounting conclusions and policy updates.
Lead the adoption of new accounting standards and policies, including assessment of impacts, development of supporting workpapers, and implementation of new processes.
Draft, review, and update accounting policies; develop and deliver training materials for internal stakeholders and international reporting teams.
Oversee accounting for business combinations, divestitures, and impairments, coordinating with valuation specialists and ensuring thorough documentation.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting; CPA required.
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably including tenure with a Big 4 or other public accounting firm or equivalent technical accounting experience within a public company environment.
Strong technical accounting expertise and a proven ability to assess and document the accounting implications of complex transactions.
In-depth knowledge of US GAAP, including lease accounting, revenue recognition, debt and fixed asset accounting, and accounting for business combinations, divestitures, and impairments.
Demonstrated ability to research technical accounting matters and prepare well-organized memorandums and presentations.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proactive, action-oriented approach with the ability to prioritize and deliver results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Confident working independently while also collaborating effectively across teams.
Proficient with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.