Director of Technical Accounting

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Head of Technical Accounting to oversee complex accounting matters and lead technical accounting policy. This high-impact leadership role involves collaboration with executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives, requiring a CPA and substantial experience in technical accounting.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

High visibility

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Proven experience interfacing with auditors.
• Experience with M&A, IPO readiness is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the company's subject matter expert on U.S. GAAP.
• Lead the preparation and review of technical accounting memos.
• Develop and maintain company-wide accounting policies.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

SEC reporting

Technical assessments

Excellent communication skills

Education

CPA

Job description

Job Description

About the Role:

Looking for a Head of Technical Accounting to lead all aspects of complex accounting matters. This is a high-impact leadership role that will own technical accounting policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the company's subject matter expert on U.S. GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), business combinations (ASC 805), and stock-based compensation (ASC 718).
• Lead the preparation and review of technical accounting memos and whitepapers.
• Evaluate the impact of new accounting standards and lead implementation efforts.
• Partner with legal, FP&A, and external auditors to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Support M&A activity by performing technical accounting due diligence and purchase accounting.
• Guide complex transactions such as debt/equity raises, joint ventures, and reorganizations.
• Develop and maintain company-wide accounting policies and controls.
• Provide mentorship and oversight to the broader accounting and reporting teams.

Qualifications:

• CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a mix of Big 4 and in-house technical accounting at a public or high-growth private company.
• Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting (if public).
• Proven experience leading complex technical assessments and interfacing with auditors.
• Experience with M&A, IPO readiness, or carve-outs is a strong plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical guidance into practical business impact.

Why Join?

• Work directly with executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives.
• Be a key player in scaling the organization and influencing policy from the top.
• Competitive compensation, high visibility, and career advancement opportunities.