Global Technical Accounting Manager

Global Payments; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to join our Accounting & Finance team and shape the future of global commerce. You’ll perform technical accounting research, support GAAP reporting, and coordinate with auditors across the monthly and quarterly close.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, 5+ years of technical accounting and financial reporting experience, CPA preferred, and a thorough understanding of GAAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 5+ years of experience with technical accounting and financial reporting.
• CPA preferred.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP general ledger systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical accounting research (e.g. revenue recognition, business combinations, lease accounting, stock compensation, software, etc.).
• Assists in the preparation of all internal and external financial reporting, ensuring compliance with GAAP
• Participates in the audit process by coordinating with external auditors and preparing required documentation
• Assists in the development and implementation of internal controls to ensure compliance with SOX 404 requirements
• Keeps up-to-date with new accounting and reporting standards and estimates the impact of new accounting standards or changes in accounting principles on the Company’s financial statements
• Consults with business management on accounting matters
• Plays a key role in the monthly and quarterly close processes
• Participates in third party valuations for business combinations and assists with accounting for business combinations
• Participates in special projects to ensure financial accounting, reporting and company-wide operational issues are properly identified and addressed
• Participates in annual goodwill impairment assessment
• Works closely with all financial and operational staff to ensure effective communication
• Liaises with the Company’s tax and finance department and external consultants
• Performs ad hoc analysis as needed

Skills

Technical accounting

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

ERP general ledger systems

Job description

Global Payments is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to join our Accounting & Finance team and shape the future of global commerce. You’ll perform technical accounting research, support GAAP reporting, and coordinate with auditors across the monthly and quarterly close.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, 5+ years of technical accounting and financial reporting experience, CPA preferred, and a thorough understanding of GAAP.