Technical Accounting Manager

PPC Flex; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the packaging industry is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to lead technical accounting efforts and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP. This pivotal role requires a detail-oriented professional with excellent analytical skills and a solid background in public accounting. You'll be collaborating with multiple teams while managing complex financial transactions and contributing to M&A activities. Join a dynamic and supportive workplace committed to equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or relevant certification preferred.
• Minimum 4-6 years of public accounting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical accounting memos for complex transactions, ensuring U.S. GAAP compliance.
• Partner with internal teams on accounting matters and manage external auditors.
• Support M&A activities, including due diligence and purchase accounting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

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

CPA certification

Job description

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Base pay range

$115,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

In this role you will. ..

The Manager, Technical Accounting will play a pivotal role in the Accounting department by providing technical accounting expertise and support in the preparation and review of audited financial statements, audit memos, and other critical accounting entries. This individual will collaborate closely with internal teams, including working on various auditing and financial tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all reporting and accounting activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong technical accounting knowledge, and is adept at managing complex financial data and processes.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Prepare technical accounting memos for complex transactions, ensuring U.S. GAAP
• Provide expertise on complex accounting issues (ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 718)
• Partner with Segment Accounting, Finance, Tax, and Treasury teams on accounting matters
• Manage quarterly technical accounting memo tracking with segment and corporate functions
• Work closely with external auditors on significant transactions
• Support M&A activities, including due diligence, purchase accounting, and impairment assessments
• Coordinate valuation work with third-party valuation firms
• Lead the implementation of new accounting standards and update global accounting policies
• Assist in goodwill impairment assessments and other transactional accounting matters
• Manages entity structure
  
  

Key Qualifications We Want From You

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or relevant certification preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts clearly.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA required
• Minimum 4-6 years of public accounting experience
  
  

PPC Flex is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Packaging & Containers

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