Senior Technical Accounting Lead

Cengage Group; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group, a global edtech leader, seeks an experienced accounting professional to advise on GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. You will prepare technical memos, collaborate with teams on complex issues, and assist with disclosures and audit readiness.

The role also involves supporting internal controls, functioning as backup for the financial reporting team, and coordinating with auditors and counsel as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of growing responsibilities in accounting.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Research and advise on GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters.
• Prepare technical memos, analyses, and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve accounting issues.
• Assist with financial statements, disclosures, and audit readiness.
• Operate as backup for the financial reporting team.
• Support internal controls and SOX initiatives.
• Coordinate with counsel and external auditors.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking in fast-paced env

Change implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA preferred

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Cengage Group, a global edtech leader, seeks an experienced accounting professional to advise on GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. You will prepare technical memos, collaborate with teams on complex issues, and assist with disclosures and audit readiness.

The role also involves supporting internal controls, functioning as backup for the financial reporting team, and coordinating with auditors and counsel as needed.