Lead Technical Accounting Analyst

CFS; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS, located in Downtown Minneapolis, is seeking a high-visibility technical accounting leader. In this hybrid role you will engage with senior leadership and external auditors on SEC reporting and complex transactions.

You will guide GAAP interpretation, implement new standards, and drive accuracy in financial disclosures, partnering with Finance, Treasury, and operations to influence policy and reporting quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of accounting or financial reporting experience.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting guidance.
• Experience with SEC reporting and applying guidance to complex transactions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate complex and non-routine transactions for proper GAAP treatment.
• Support SEC filings through technical analysis and detailed documentation.
• Research and implement new accounting standards and regulatory changes.
• Partner cross-functionally to assess financial impact of business initiatives.
• Communicate accounting conclusions and recommendations to leadership and auditors.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

SEC reporting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Job description

Location: Downtown Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid: Tues/Wed/Thurs onsite)

Compensation: $125,000-$160,000 + 15% Bonus

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• High-visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership and external auditors
• Opportunity to lead technical accounting evaluations in a regulated, public-company environment
• Hands-on involvement in SEC reporting, including 10-K and 10-Q filings
• Ownership of emerging and complex accounting matters and new standards adoption
• Collaborative environment partnering with Finance, Treasury, and operational teams
• Opportunity to influence accounting policies, reporting quality, and business decisions
• Hybrid schedule in a central downtown Minneapolis location
• Strong compensation, bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits package
• Clear path for career growth within technical accounting and leadership tracks

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate complex and non-routine transactions for proper GAAP treatment
• Support SEC filings through technical analysis and detailed documentation
• Research and implement new accounting standards and regulatory changes
• Partner cross-functionally to assess financial impact of business initiatives
• Communicate accounting conclusions and recommendations to leadership and auditors

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA strongly preferred
• 8+ years of accounting or financial reporting experience
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting guidance
• Experience with SEC reporting and applying guidance to complex transactions

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