Senior Manager, Technical Accounting – US GAAP & Revenue

Activision Blizzard, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Job summary

Activision Blizzard, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager of Technical Accounting in Santa Monica to lead complex revenue recognition and US GAAP initiatives. You will partner with cross-functional teams to review contracts, document accounting treatments, and ensure compliance across the global finance organization.

The role requires CPA, 8–10 years in technical accounting, and strong Excel skills. You will help train teams and support close processes, with opportunities for system projects and due

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. in Accounting with CPA certification required.
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in technical accounting.
• Strong Excel skills; deep knowledge of US GAAP including revenue recognition and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical accounting research and documentation for complex transactions.
• Partner with FP&A, Legal, and business units to evaluate contracts and initiatives for accounting implications.
• Assess the impact of new accounting pronouncements on current policies and assist adoption.
• Provide training to accounting and finance teams on standards as needed.
• Support quarterly and annual close processes and ensure accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with revenue and general ledger accounting teams on policy application.
• Participate in strategic projects including system implementations and M&A due diligence.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

US GAAP expertise

Revenue recognition

SOX compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Looker

Hyperion

Job description

Activision Blizzard, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager of Technical Accounting in Santa Monica to lead complex revenue recognition and US GAAP initiatives. You will partner with cross-functional teams to review contracts, document accounting treatments, and ensure compliance across the global finance organization.

The role requires CPA, 8–10 years in technical accounting, and strong Excel skills. You will help train teams and support close processes, with opportunities for system projects and due