Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

Key Responsibilities 

• Technical Accounting & Policy  

• Research and interpret complex accounting guidance (e.g., revenue recognition, software capitalization, leases, stock-based compensation, investments, business combinations, debt/equity instruments)  

• Draft and maintain accounting memos and policies  

• Lead implementation of new accounting standards and assess impact to the business  

• Transaction Support  

• Provide accounting guidance for significant or non-routine transactions (e.g., acquisitions, restructurings, financing arrangements)  

• Support due diligence efforts on potential acquisition targets 

• Manage acquisition accounting and related valuations 

• Support and monitor equity investments 

• Partner with Legal on deal structuring  

• Audit & Compliance  

• Serve as a primary liaison with external auditors on technical accounting matters  

• Support SOX compliance and internal control initiatives related to technical accounting areas  

• Month End Close  

• Support month end close tasks including reviewing journal entries and reviewing reconciliations 

• Leadership & Process Improvement  

• Manage and develop a team (if applicable)  

• Drive process improvements and enhance documentation standards  

• Provide training to accounting and finance teams on new policies and standards  

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA required)  

• 6+ years of relevant experience (public accounting + industry experience preferred)  

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP requirements  

• Experience with complex accounting areas   

• Proven ability to research and document technical accounting positions  

• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills  

• Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior leadership  

Preferred Qualifications 

• Big 4 or national public accounting firm experience  

• Experience in a publicly traded or high-growth company  

• Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., Workday) and financial reporting tools  

Key Competencies 

• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills  

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment  

• Strong written and verbal communication  

• Leadership and team development mindset