Technical Accounting Manager

Primary Recruiting Services; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary Recruiting Services is seeking a Senior Technical Accounting professional to own the assessment of new U.S. GAAP guidance and its impact on our organization.

You will lead accounting analyses for acquisitions and other strategic transactions, and drive the development of global accounting policies. The role requires hands-on experience in complex areas like stock-based compensation, equity transactions, leases, and strong collaboration across Tax, FP&A, Legal, and G/L teams.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience researching technical accounting matters and preparing detailed memos.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP applied to complex and evolving business transactions.
• Experience with stock-based compensation, equity transactions, leases, and M&A activities.
• Public accounting experience preferred; Big 4 experience considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own technical accounting research and evaluate new guidance to determine U.S. GAAP impacts.
• Lead the analysis of acquisitions/mergers, serving as the primary technical accounting resource.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies to ensure GAAP consistency globally.
• Provide guidance on complex areas: stock-based compensation, equity transactions, and leases.

Skills

Technical accounting

U.S. GAAP

Researching complex accounting matters

Strong communications

Leadership & mentorship

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

• Take ownership of technical accounting research and analysis, evaluating new accounting guidance and determining how changes in U.S. GAAP may impact the organization
• Evaluate accounting implications related to acquisitions, mergers, and other strategic business transactions, serving as the primary technical accounting resource throughout the process
• Lead the development and ongoing maintenance of accounting policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application of U.S. GAAP across the organization's global operations
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex areas such as stock-based compensation, equity transactions, and lease accounting
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, including Tax, FP&A, Legal, General Ledger, and other finance groups, to address accounting questions and support business initiatives
• Communicate research findings and accounting recommendations to executive leadership, external auditors, and other key stakeholders
• Partner with the financial reporting team to address technical accounting matters and support accurate financial reporting across multiple domestic and international entities
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors on complex accounting matters, providing supporting analysis and documentation as needed
• Lead special projects and identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, improve existing policies, and build more scalable procedures as the organization continues to grow
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to accounting team members, with the opportunity to take on additional leadership responsibilities as the team expands

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Approximately 6–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong background in technical accounting and public accounting
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the ability to apply accounting guidance to complex and evolving business transactions
• Hands‑on experience researching technical accounting matters and preparing detailed accounting memos to support conclusions and recommendations
• Background working with complex accounting areas, particularly stock-based compensation, equity transactions, lease accounting, and M&A
• Ability to independently investigate unfamiliar accounting issues, interpret guidance, and develop well-supported solutions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical accounting concepts and present conclusions to senior leadership
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively with various departments and stakeholders throughout the organization

Preferred Qualifications:

• Public accounting experience preferred, with Big 4 experience considered a plus
• Combination of public accounting and industry experience is ideal
• Experience supporting M&A activity, strategic transactions, and complex accounting initiatives
• Prior experience mentoring or managing accounting professionals