Senior Technical Accounting Manager — GAAP & SEC

Cengage Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group in the United States is seeking a senior technical accounting professional to research and advise on GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. You will prepare memos, analyses, and presentations while collaborating with internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues.

The role involves assisting with financial statements, disclosures, audit readiness, and SOX controls, acting as backup for the reporting team, and supporting internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required, CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of increasing responsibilities; public accounting experience is a plus.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multi-priority, fast-paced environment and implement 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.
• Facilitate coordination with internal and external counsel, as well as external auditors.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Cengage Group in the United States is seeking a senior technical accounting professional to research and advise on GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. You will prepare memos, analyses, and presentations while collaborating with internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues.

The role involves assisting with financial statements, disclosures, audit readiness, and SOX controls, acting as backup for the reporting team, and supporting internal and external stakeholders.