Senior Technical Accounting Lead: GAAP, SEC & SOX

Cengage Group; United States; Remote; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group is hiring for a senior accounting role focused on GAAP, SEC matters, and financial reporting. You will research technical topics, prepare memos, and partner with cross-functional teams to resolve complex accounting issues.

The role involves assisting in financial statements, disclosures, and audit readiness, while supporting internal controls and SOX compliance. CPA is preferred and Workiva familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of increasing responsibilities; public accounting experience a plus.
• Careful attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Thrives in a multi-priority, fast-paced environment and implements change.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with Workiva is an advantage.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Cengage Group is hiring for a senior accounting role focused on GAAP, SEC matters, and financial reporting. You will research technical topics, prepare memos, and partner with cross-functional teams to resolve complex accounting issues.

The role involves assisting in financial statements, disclosures, and audit readiness, while supporting internal controls and SOX compliance. CPA is preferred and Workiva familiarity is a plus.