Technical Accounting Manager

Odesus, Inc.; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Odesus, Inc. seeks a Manager of Technical Accounting to join its corporate Technical Accounting team.

The role provides guidance on accounting policies, complex transactions, internal controls, and financial reporting, with exposure to external auditors and cross-functional partners across Tax, Internal Audit, Legal, Business Development, and Finance. Reporting to the VP of Technical Accounting, responsibilities include research, implementing new accounting standards, reviewing contracts, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional accounting qualification required.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant accounting experience in public accounting or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS; IFRS experience preferred.
• Experience reviewing complex transactions, contracts, or accounting arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical accounting resource for complex matters including revenue recognition, M&A, business combinations, film accounting, and lease accounting.
• Conduct accounting research involving unusual or complex transactions.
• Support technical accounting analyses including financial modeling and contract reviews.
• Prepare technical accounting documentation such as memoranda, white papers, and FAQs.
• Support and document accounting positions under IFRS.
• Update accounting policies and procedures as needed.
• Collaborate with business SMEs to understand current practices and develop future-state processes.
• Research and support IFRS standards implementation and accounting policy updates.
• Coordinate with Finance teams, external auditors, and other stakeholders on accounting matters.
• Support quarterly and annual financial statement reviews and external audits.
• Assist with accounting training to promote policy consistency.
• Define, document, and implement accounting processes per IFRS and project timelines.
• Manage multiple workstreams independently and meet deadlines.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on due diligence and transaction-related initiatives.

Skills

Revenue recognition

Mergers & acquisitions

IFRS knowledge

U.S. GAAP

Financial modeling

Contract reviews

Technical accounting research

Project management

Audit coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contract Duration: Through April 30, 2027

Position: Manager, Technical Accounting

Position Overview

We are seeking a Manager of Technical Accounting to join a corporate Technical Accounting team supporting a large, complex organization.

This position will serve as a technical accounting resource to business and finance teams, providing guidance on accounting policies, complex transactions, internal controls, and financial reporting matters. The role will also work closely with external auditors and cross-functional partners, including Tax, Internal Audit, Legal, Business Development, and Finance.

Reporting to the Vice President of Technical Accounting, this position will conduct technical accounting research, support the implementation of new accounting standards, review complex transactions and contracts, assist with financial reporting activities, and contribute to accounting-related projects across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical accounting resource for complex accounting matters and transactions, including revenue recognition, mergers and acquisitions, business combinations, film accounting, and lease accounting.
• Conduct accounting research involving unusual or complex transactions.
• Support technical accounting analyses, including financial modeling and contract reviews.
• Prepare technical accounting documentation, including accounting memoranda, white papers, and FAQs.
• Support and document accounting positions under IFRS.
• Update accounting policies and procedures as needed.
• Work with business subject matter experts to understand current accounting practices and develop future-state processes.
• Research and support the implementation of new IFRS standards, pronouncements, and accounting policies.
• Coordinate with Finance teams, external auditors, and other stakeholders on accounting matters.
• Support quarterly and annual financial statement reviews and external audit activities.
• Assist with accounting training to promote consistent application of corporate accounting policies.
• Help define, document, and implement accounting processes in accordance with IFRS requirements and project timelines.
• Manage multiple workstreams independently while meeting project deadlines.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on special projects, including due diligence and transaction-related initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional accounting qualification required.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant accounting experience in public accounting or a related industry.
• Significant experience conducting technical accounting research and documenting accounting conclusions.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS; IFRS experience is preferred.
• Experience reviewing complex transactions, contracts, or accounting arrangements is preferred.

Skills & Experience

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain technical accounting concepts to stakeholders with varying levels of accounting expertise.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across Finance and other business functions.
• Strong Microsoft Office and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies used to improve research, analysis, documentation, and process efficiency.
• Ability to adapt to evolving business needs and work within an Agile-oriented environment.

Ideal Background

Candidates with a combination of public accounting and corporate technical accounting experience will align well with the responsibilities of this position. Experience involving IFRS, GAAP research, complex transactions, financial reporting, M&A/business combinations, revenue recognition, lease accounting, or accounting policy development is particularly relevant.