Technical Accounting Manager

SK hynix America; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Tier health insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401k Matching

FSA (Health & Dependent Care)

Educational reimbursement

Donation Matching and volunteering

Free meals

Job summary

SK hynix America seeks a Technical Accounting Manager to lead complex IFRS accounting matters, including M&A, equity method investments, and consolidation. You will prepare technical memos, support monthly and quarterly close, and partner with Finance, Corporate Development, Legal, Tax, and external auditors.

The role covers audits, policy development for acquisitions, and staying ahead of new standards. Authorized to work in the US; salary range $110,000-$150,000 USD; onsite in San Jose with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred.
• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant technical accounting focus.
• Strong IFRS knowledge: business combinations, equity method accounting, consolidation, investments.
• Experience with M&A accounting and purchase accounting.
• Ability to independently research complex accounting issues and prepare memos.
• Experience managing external auditors and coordinating audits.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, consolidation, internal control, and accounting operations.
• Excellent analytical and project management, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with multiple complex transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation and documentation of complex accounting matters, incl. M&A.
• Prepare technical memos and accounting conclusions for close processes.
• Provide guidance to Finance, Legal, Tax, and external auditors.
• Coordinate statutory and consolidated audits.
• Develop accounting policies for acquisitions and complex transactions.
• Monitor new accounting standards and assess impact.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

M&A accounting

Consolidation

Technical memo writing

Audit coordination

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Job description

At SK hynix America, we are at the front‑line of semiconductor innovation. As a global leader in HBM, DRAM, and NAND flash technologies, we develop the advanced memory solutions powering everything from advanced mobile technology to massive AI data centers. With major investments in the U.S. and a leading position in the global AI revolution, we build the critical infrastructure of the digital landscape and remain committed to sustainable operations.We invite innovative minds to be part of our journey. Here, you will be part of a collaborative team pioneering the next generation of memory technologies, expanding our market footprint, and defining the future of computing.

Work Model: Onsite

Job Overview:

The Technical Accounting Manager will be responsible for evaluating and documenting complex accounting matters, with a particular focus on M&A transactions, equity method investments, consolidation, and other non‑routine transactions. This role will lead the preparation of technical accounting memos and accounting conclusions, supporting the company’s monthly and quarterly close processes, and serve as a key partner to Finance, Corporate Development, Legal, Tax, and external auditors. The role will also oversee and coordinate statutory and consolidated audits and help ensure compliance with IFRS and applicable reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Accounting & Research

• Analyze complex and non‑routine accounting transactions under IFRS and other applicable accounting standards.
• Research accounting guidance and prepare comprehensive technical accounting memos documenting conclusions, accounting treatment, and supporting analysis.
• Provide technical accounting guidance to Finance, FP&A, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and cross‑functional teams.
• Monitor new accounting standards and assess their impact on the company’s financial statements and processes.

M&A and Complex Transactions

• Lead accounting assessments for M&A transactions, business combinations, investments, divestitures, restructurings, and other strategic transactions.
• Analyze purchase accounting, acquisition‑related costs, contingent consideration, earn‑outs, goodwill, intangible assets, and other transaction‑specific accounting matters.
• Partner with legal, Corporate Development, Tax, Valuation, and external advisers to ensure appropriate accounting conclusions and documentation.
• Develop accounting policies and procedures for newly acquired businesses and complex transactions.

Equity Method Investments & Consolidation

• Oversee accounting for equity method investments, including initial recognition, basis differences, impairment considerations, and periodic equity‑method adjustments.
• Support accounting for investments, subsidiaries, joint ventures, and other complex ownership structures.
• Prepare and review consolidation entries, eliminations, intercompany transactions, and consolidated financial reporting.
• Evaluate changes in ownership interests and their accounting implications.

Financial Close & Accounting Operations

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, particularly for complex and judgmental accounting areas.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for significant or unusual transactions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, documentation, and close efficiency.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies and internal control over complex transactions.

Audit & Statutory Reporting

• Lead and coordinate statutory audits and consolidated financial statements audits, including planning, PBC requests, audit inquires, and resolution of accounting issues.
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors on technical accounting matters.
• Work with auditors and advisers to resolve complex accounting and reporting issues efficiently.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field: CPA strongly preferred.
• Approximately 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant technical accounting experiences.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, including business combinations, equity method accounting, consolidation, investments, revenue recognition, leases, and other complex accounting areas.
• Demonstrated experience with M&A accounting and purchase accounting.
• Proven ability to independently research complex accounting issues and prepare high‑quality technical accounting position papers/memos.
• Experience managing external auditors and coordinating both statutory and consolidated audits.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, consolidation, internal control, and accounting operations.
• Excellent analytical, project management, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment with multiple complex transactions and competing priorities.

Requirement:

• Authorized to work in the US
• Top Tier health insurance at no employee cost
• Paid day offs: Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Parental Leave, Happy Fridays
• 401k Matching
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Health Care &Dependent Care
• Educational reimbursement up to $10,000 per year
• Donation Matching and volunteering opportunities
• Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees

Compensation:

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. Pay within the provided range varies by work location and may also depend on job‑related skills and experience. Your Recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

Pay Range

$110,000 - $150,000 USD

SK hynix America is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, national origin, color, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

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