Technical Accounting Lead: GAAP, SEC & SOX

Cengage Group; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group in the United States is seeking a senior accounting professional to research and advise on technical accounting topics, including GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. You will prepare memos and analyses and collaborate across teams to resolve complex issues.

This role supports financial statements, disclosures, audit readiness, and SOX controls, with backup coverage for the financial reporting team. A CPA and 6+ years' public accounting experience are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of increasing responsibilities; public accounting a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multi-priority, fast-paced environment and implement change.
• Strong communication and analytical skills; familiarity with Workiva 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

GAAP/SEC

Financial reporting

Audit readiness

SOX & controls

Workiva

Education

Bachelor's in accounting/finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Cengage Group in the United States is seeking a senior accounting professional to research and advise on technical accounting topics, including GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. You will prepare memos and analyses and collaborate across teams to resolve complex issues.

This role supports financial statements, disclosures, audit readiness, and SOX controls, with backup coverage for the financial reporting team. A CPA and 6+ years' public accounting experience are highly regarded.