Technical Accounting Manager

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting; Acton (MA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic life sciences technology firm as a Technical Accounting Manager, where you'll lead technical accounting consultations and shape GAAP-compliant policies. This innovative role offers 100% remote work with hybrid options for local candidates, allowing you to collaborate with senior leaders and drive financial innovation. With a competitive salary and performance-based bonus, you will have the opportunity to work on critical areas like ASC 606 and SEC reporting. If you're ready to tackle complex challenges in a flexible environment, this is the perfect chance to advance your career.

Benefits

Flexible Work Options

Comprehensive Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Performance-Based Bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years in public accounting or public accounting/industry mix.
• Active CPA or in process required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on complex accounting issues for GAAP compliance.
• Develop and maintain company-wide accounting policies.

Skills

US GAAP

SEC Regulations

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

PwC Viewpoint

Job description

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Ready to tackle complex accounting challenges for a fast-growing, global life sciences technology firm? Join our client's innovative team in Acton, MA, as a Technical Accounting Manager, where you’ll lead technical accounting consultations, shape GAAP-compliant policies, and support SEC reporting. Reporting to the Senior Director of Technical Accounting, you’ll collaborate across functions in a flexible, 100% remote role (with hybrid options for local candidates) to fuel strategic growth.

Salary: $120,000–$145,000 (DOE) + 15% bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Location: 100% remote role, ideally Northeast/EST-based (local Acton, MA-area candidates may work hybrid, in-office as needed for meetings).

Note: The company is unable to sponsor candidates at this time.

Why Join Us?

• Global Impact: Shape technical accounting for a high-growth firm with innovative technology solutions worldwide.
• Strategic Role: Lead critical areas like ASC 606, 842, M&A, and equity accounting, with exposure to SEC reporting.
• Flexible Work: Enjoy 100% remote work (Northeast/EST preferred) or hybrid if local, with minimal in-office needs.
• Career Growth: Collaborate with senior leaders and grow your expertise in a dynamic, SOX-compliant environment.
• Competitive Rewards: Market-leading salary, performance-based bonus, and robust benefits package.
• Cutting-Edge Tools: Leverage advanced systems (SAP experience a plus) to streamline complex processes.
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Conduct research and analysis on complex accounting issues (e.g., contracts, leases, M&A, stock compensation) to provide GAAP-compliant guidance.
• Draft technical memoranda to document accounting conclusions and support business transactions.
• Develop and maintain company-wide accounting policies, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SOX.
• Partner with business and finance teams to evaluate accounting implications of contracts and negotiations.
• Support SEC reporting by reviewing financial disclosures and assisting with external audits.
• Assess and implement new accounting standards, including IFRS when applicable.
• Perform internal controls over technical accounting to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with third-party auditors and advisors to validate complex accounting treatments.
• Support ad hoc projects to advance financial operations and strategic initiatives.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 5+ years in public accounting or a public accounting/industry mix, with strong GAAP and public company SEC experience.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Certifications: Active CPA or in process required.
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of US GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX; experience with ASC 606, 842, M&A, and equity accounting; SAP and accounting research tools (e.g., PwC Viewpoint) a plus.
• Industry: Life sciences, pharma, or biotech experience preferred but open to other relevant industries.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration abilities; effective verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge: IFRS experience a significant plus.
• Mindset: Proactive, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Location: Northeast/EST-based for remote work; local Acton, MA, candidates may work hybrid (in-office as needed).
• Travel: Willingness to travel occasionally for meetings or team engagements.
  
  

Ready to Shape Technical Accounting Excellence?

Join a life sciences technology leader where your expertise will drive financial innovation! Submit your resume to Kyle Emery at [e-mail] today. Don’t miss this chance to thrive in a flexible, high-impact role!

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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