Technical Accounting Lead - GAAP, SEC & Reporting

Cengage Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group is seeking a senior technical accounting professional to advise on GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. You will prepare memos, analyses and presentations, and collaborate across teams to resolve complex accounting issues.

The role engages in financial statement preparation, disclosures, and audit readiness, with backup support for the reporting team and involvement in internal controls and SOX initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required, CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of growing responsibilities and related experience; public accounting experience is a plus.
• Careful attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multi-priority, fast-paced environment and successfully 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

6+ yrs exp

CPA preferred

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Strong communication

Workiva

Bachelor's in accounting

Education

Bachelor's in accounting/finance

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Cengage Group is seeking a senior technical accounting professional to advise on GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. You will prepare memos, analyses and presentations, and collaborate across teams to resolve complex accounting issues.

The role engages in financial statement preparation, disclosures, and audit readiness, with backup support for the reporting team and involvement in internal controls and SOX initiatives.