Senior Manager of Technical Accounting

Controller's Group, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Division Director in Accounting & Finance to lead complex accounting topics and provide technical guidance on new initiatives. This role involves overseeing a team, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, including a CPA and experience in both public audit and industry. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive financial excellence and foster collaboration across departments. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to make a significant impact in a mid-senior level position.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with technical and operational expertise.
• Experience managing direct reports and third-party vendors.

Responsibilities

• Own complex accounting topics and provide technical guidance for new initiatives.
• Oversee and mentor direct reports while managing vendor relationships.

Skills

US GAAP

Analytical Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Communication Skills

Mentorship

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA Certification

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Controller's Group, Inc.

Division Director | Accounting & Finance @ Controllers Group

Primary Responsibilities:

• Own the complex accounting topics, including equity and debt transactions, leases accounting, capitalized software, acquisitions, tax provision and tax returns, and financial statement preparation and review.
• Provide technical accounting guidance for new initiatives, including stock-based compensation and modifications, acquisitions, foreign currency analysis, commissions, debt and tax-related matters.
• Maintain and develop financial accounting policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application across the company.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to operationalize accounting for new transactions and implement new accounting standards.
• Prepare and review monthly close-related journal entries, including stock-based compensation and other related equity matters, commissions, debt, etc.
• Conduct research, analysis, and prepare memos for complex technical accounting issues.
• Oversee and mentor two direct reports, ensuring alignment with team goals and individual career development.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors, such as tax advisors and auditors, by providing required data and documentation for tax provisions, annual returns, and other engagements.
• Collaborate with external auditors and lead annual audits, including preparing internal and external audit schedules.
• Respond to technical accounting inquiries from external and internal parties and explain technical accounting matters and concepts to all levels within the organization.
• Support our accounting operations teams to ensure appropriate application of US GAAP to our accounting processes, including the enhancement of existing policies related to higher-risk financial statement accounts.
• Assist with the monthly balance sheet and income statement accounts fluctuation analysis for management review.
• Work on special projects, including system integrations, acquisition accounting, and financial reporting enhancements.
• Take ownership of assigned areas and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting/Finance is required.
• US CPA with 7+ years of progressive accounting experience (combining technical and operational expertise).
• Strong preference for candidates with a blend of Big 4 public audit and industry experience.
• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP, stock-based compensation, business combination, commission, and debt required.
• Experience managing direct reports, providing mentorship, and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Experience managing third-party vendors, such as tax advisors or auditors, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables.
• Experience with software business models is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to roll up your sleeves and work hands-on as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and time zones.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet critical deadlines.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

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