Technical Accounting Lead - GAAP Expert (Hybrid)

CFS; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunity

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

A large financial organization is seeking a Lead Accountant for Technical Accounting in Minneapolis. This mid-senior level role involves evaluating complex transactions, providing technical guidance under U.S. GAAP, and leading special projects that influence enterprise-level decisions. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in accounting, significant experience in accounting, preferably with a CPA or CPA eligibility, and strong analytical skills. Competitive salary and benefits are included in this hybrid role.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of progressive accounting and reporting experience.
• Current or prior public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• CPA or CPA‑eligible strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting large, complex organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate complex transactions and provide technical accounting guidance under U.S. GAAP.
• Research new accounting guidance and develop position papers.
• Support external audit, regulatory reviews, and internal control initiatives.
• Lead or participate in special projects related to accounting policy.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Education

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

Tools

Financial reporting tools

Job description

A large financial organization is seeking a Lead Accountant for Technical Accounting in Minneapolis. This mid-senior level role involves evaluating complex transactions, providing technical guidance under U.S. GAAP, and leading special projects that influence enterprise-level decisions. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in accounting, significant experience in accounting, preferably with a CPA or CPA eligibility, and strong analytical skills. Competitive salary and benefits are included in this hybrid role.