Manager, Technical Accounting

Equinix; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Manager of Technical Accounting to join their innovative team. This role involves leading the accounting for complex transactions, collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. You will have the opportunity to influence the company's financial reporting and develop global accounting policies. If you have a strong analytical background and a passion for technical accounting, this position offers a chance to grow in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in technical accounting, ideally with a Big 4 firm.
• Proven experience in U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate accounting consequences of transactions and provide insights.
• Research and document complex accounting positions for transactions.

Skills

Technical Accounting

U.S. GAAP

Analytical Skills

Effective Communication

Education

CPA Certification

CFA Certification

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Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners, and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences, and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and dedicated professional to be a key member of our technical accounting group. The Technical Accounting group is responsible for establishing the accounting for complex or unusual transactions, including business combinations, partnership structures, revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, hedging, financial instruments, and others. The group also develops, implements, and maintains global accounting policies. The group partners with other accounting functions and corporate groups such as treasury, tax, corporate development, real estate, legal, and FP&A. The group also interacts extensively with the Company’s audit firm and third-party providers of due diligence, valuation, and other services.

Responsibilities

1. Innovate and Lead: Evaluate the accounting and reporting consequences of potential transactions and provide input and suggestions to planned and proposed arrangements.
2. Collaborate: Liaise with internal groups, auditors, and service providers to drive and communicate accounting conclusions.
3. Research: Research and document accounting positions for complex transactions, especially derivatives, financing transactions, and financial instruments.
4. Report: Assist the SEC Reporting team with disclosures of complex transactions.
5. Stay Ahead: Follow emerging accounting issues and analyze their impact on the company’s financials.
6. Implement: Assist with the implementation of new accounting standards.
7. Compliance: Support the company’s SOX compliance efforts related to technical accounting and policies.

Qualifications

1. Expertise: Extensive technical accounting background, preferably with experience in derivatives and financial instruments.
2. Experience: Proven experience researching and documenting complex issues under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
3. Transactional Insight: Ability to interpret transaction documents for accounting and disclosure implications.
4. Professional Background: Minimum 6 years of experience, including at a Big 4 firm serving SEC clients.
5. Credentials: CPA certification or equivalent; additional certifications like CFA are a plus.
6. Skills: Strong analytical skills, business acumen, and effective communication of complex issues.

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