Technical Accounting Manager

Hire Point Recruiting; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Point Recruiting in Morristown, NJ seeks a Technical Accounting Manager to lead research, evaluation, and documentation of complex accounting matters under U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. You will partner with accounting, finance, and legal to develop policies, support SEC filings, and manage SOX controls. The ideal candidate has seven+ years of experience, CPA preferred, and a proven ability to translate intricate guidance into actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Seven or more years of progressive accounting experience with focus on technical accounting and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Research complex accounting issues and prepare memoranda under U.S. GAAP.
• Evaluate accounting treatments for revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, debt, equity, and stock-based compensation.
• Monitor new accounting standards and SEC guidance and lead implementation.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies for consistent application.
• Support SEC filings including Forms 10-K and 10-Q and related disclosures.
• Assist with acquisition accounting including purchase price allocations.
• Coordinate with external auditors on technical accounting and financial reporting matters.
• Maintain and enhance SOX controls and provide training to the accounting team.

Skills

Technical accounting

SOX controls

SEC reporting

Big Four experience

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Job description

We are seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to lead the research, evaluation, and documentation of complex accounting matters and support accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. This individual will serve as a resource for the accounting and finance teams, develop accounting policies, and assess the financial reporting implications of business transactions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, experience with SEC reporting and SOX compliance, and the ability to translate complex guidance into practical recommendations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research complex accounting issues and prepare technical memoranda documenting conclusions under U.S. GAAP.
• Evaluate the accounting treatment of transactions involving revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, debt, equity, stock-based compensation, and other significant matters.
• Monitor new accounting standards and SEC guidance, assess their impact, and lead implementation efforts.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies to promote consistent application across the organization.
• Partner with accounting, finance, legal, and business leaders to assess proposed transactions and provide accounting guidance.
• Support the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, financial statements, footnotes, and supporting disclosures.
• Assist with acquisition accounting, including purchase price allocations, opening balance sheets, and the integration of accounting policies.
• Coordinate with external auditors on technical accounting and financial reporting matters and provide supporting documentation.
• Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including reviewing complex journal entries and reconciliations.
• Maintain and enhance SOX controls related to technical accounting and financial reporting, including control documentation, testing support, and remediation of deficiencies.
• Provide training and guidance to accounting team members on accounting standards and policies.
• Lead process improvements and special projects as business needs evolve.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Seven or more years of progressive accounting experience, including technical accounting and financial reporting responsibilities.
• Public accounting experience preferred, ideally with a Big Four or national firm.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience researching and documenting complex accounting conclusions.
• Experience preparing and reviewing SEC filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q.
• Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Experience preparing technical accounting memoranda and working directly with external auditors.
• Familiarity with business combinations, revenue recognition, lease accounting, debt and equity transactions, and stock-based compensation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to explain complex accounting matters clearly to both financial and nonfinancial stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.