Technical Accountant for Complex GAAP & Leases

CarsonLynch Professional Search; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CarsonLynch Professional Search partners with a privately held manufacturing organization in the Northern Kentucky area to identify a Technical Accountant for an exciting opportunity within its growing accounting group.

This role offers the chance to work closely with senior accounting leadership while gaining exposure to complex technical accounting matters, various special projects, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–2+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA preferred or actively pursuing CPA certification.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support revenue recognition activities and analyze customer contracts to ensure appropriate accounting treatment.
• Manage lease accounting processes, including lease schedules, calculations, and related journal entries.
• Assist with quarterly and year-end audit activities while partnering with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare journal entries and accounting support related to technical accounting matters.
• Research accounting issues and provide guidance on complex transactions.
• Partner with finance leaders across the organization to improve processes, controls, and documentation.
• Contribute to special projects, accounting research initiatives, and process improvement efforts.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred or CPA candidate

Job description

CarsonLynch Professional Search partners with a privately held manufacturing organization in the Northern Kentucky area to identify a Technical Accountant for an exciting opportunity within its growing accounting group.

This role offers the chance to work closely with senior accounting leadership while gaining exposure to complex technical accounting matters, various special projects, and more.