Technical Accounting Manager

Covanta; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 119,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Parental leave

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a Manager of Technical Accounting to support the Director of Technical Accounting in addressing complex accounting issues across financial statements, including research, documentation, and communication with auditors and stakeholders.

The role requires strong US GAAP knowledge, IFRS awareness, CPA, and 7–10 years of experience, with Big 4 background preferred, and responsibility for contracts, disclosures, impairments, and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• CPA required.
• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant experience; Big 4 preferred.
• Experience with SEC filings; SOX knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Research the impact of new or proposed accounting standards from SEC, FASB, AICPA, and EITF.
• Prepare white papers for auditors/internal stakeholders and manage financial reporting implications.
• Maintain an up-to-date library of accounting policies and procedures.
• Research US GAAP and IFRS implications for proposed transactions.
• Review new contracts and assess accounting implications.
• Coordinate with leadership on policies and other matters (revenue, leases, stock-based compensation, impairments).
• Manage coordination with external/internal auditors for timely resolutions.
• Operate as a high-energy team member, self-prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Lead cross-functional meetings and follow up on commitments.

Skills

analytical

communication

problem-solving

organizational

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we're missing is you.

About the role

The Director of Technical Accounting is looking to hire a Manager of Technical Accounting. This person will be responsible for understanding all aspects of the financial statements, disclosure requirements, researching, resolving and documenting complex accounting issues and transactions, such as operating segments, business combinations, divestitures, hedge accounting, debt modification/extinguishment, asset retirement obligations, stock-based compensation, revenue recognition, lease accounting, variable interest entities, derivatives, and impairment considerations, including goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets with a general understanding of business/asset valuations, stock based compensation, other non-recurring transactions and SEC disclosure requirements and comments. This position reports to the Director of Technical Accounting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Research the impact of new or proposed accounting standards, interpretations or regulations from the SEC, FASB, AICPA, and EITF.
• Prepare timely, high quality white papers on all key technical matters for submission to the independent auditors and internal stakeholders and manage the timely resolution of financial reporting implications.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining an up-to-date library of accounting policies and procedures.
• Research business development technical accounting matters (both under US GAAP and IFRS) that could impact the estimated valuation of proposed transactions.
• Assist with review of new contracts and assess the accounting implications based on existing accounting standards, interpretations or regulations.
• Coordinate with business leadership on inquiries related to the application of accounting policies and other technical accounting matters, such as revenue recognition, leases, insurance recoveries, stock based compensation, and asset impairments.
• Manage the coordination with external auditors and internal auditors to ensure timely resolution of outstanding matters.
• Execute duties as a high energy, performance-oriented, and empowered team member.
• Monitor own workload, and have the ability to self-prioritize activities, and achieve deadlines.
• Lead cross-functional meetings with business stakeholders productively and in an organized fashion, and follow up on any commitments.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• CPA required
• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant experience; Big 4 public accounting experience preferred
• Prior Technical Accounting research and reporting experience and skills a plus
• Experience with SEC filings
• Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley and internal control concepts
• Skills required: analytical, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze complex information/transactions, apply appropriate accounting theory, and formulate decisions/recommendations.

In addition to salary, this roleis eligible for benefits.

• medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans
• 401(k) plan
• paid parental leave
• paid time off
• paid holidays

Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits.

For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $118,700.00 - $169,800.00 USD per annum

Reworld provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an AAP, and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Reworld may sometimesselectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role)has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.