Technical Accounting Manager

Spire; Vienna (VA); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual equity awards

Vacation, sick, and personal time off

Health and welfare benefits

Job summary

Spire is seeking a senior technical accounting professional to lead complex GAAP interpretations and memo writing within a hybrid work model. The role focuses on ASC 606/842/805, revenue recognition, and global consolidation across subsidiaries.

You will partner with Sales, Legal, and Finance to ensure compliant, well‑documented positions and robust internal controls. The ideal candidate has a CPA, 6+ years in accounting (Big 4 preferred), and proven ability to translate intricate standards for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA license is mandatory.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, Big 4 or national firm preferred.
• Strong command of ASC 606/842/805/810/718 and proficiency in memo writing.
• Experience with multi‑element revenue arrangements and GAAP to guidance translation.

Responsibilities

• Research, interpret, and apply complex U.S. GAAP guidance across ASC 606/842/805/810/718.
• Author technical accounting memos outlining conclusions for complex transactions.
• Oversee revenue accounting across streams and collaborate on contract terms.
• Manage monthly/quarterly consolidation and support 10‑Q/10‑K disclosures.

Skills

GAAP interpretation

Technical memo writing

Intercompany eliminations

SOX controls

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Active CPA license

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Technical Accounting & Policy

• Research, interpret, and apply complex U.S. GAAP guidance, including ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805, ASC 810, and ASC 718.
• Author timely, defensible technical accounting memos outlining conclusions for complex or non‑routine transactions.
• Monitor emerging accounting standards and assess their potential impact on financial statements and disclosures.
• Develop, document, and maintain corporate accounting policies in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC standards.

Revenue Recognition

• Oversee revenue accounting across multiple revenue streams to ensure strict ASC 606 compliance.
• Partner with Sales, Legal, and Finance during contract negotiations to evaluate terms, identify multiple performance obligations, and establish appropriate revenue treatment.
• Strengthen internal controls, documentation, and analytics around revenue reporting.

Consolidation & Corporate Compliance

• Manage monthly and quarterly consolidation across multiple domestic and international subsidiaries.
• Ensure accurate accounting for intercompany eliminations, foreign currencies, equity method investments, and non‑controlling interests.
• Support financial statement disclosure processes (Form 10-Q / 10-K standards) during quarterly and annual closes.
• Oversee specialized compliance filings, including U.S. State & Local Tax (SALT) requirements, tariff reconciliations, and corporate statistical surveys.

Controls & Audit Leadership

• Design and implement standardized accounting processes and internal controls aligned with SOX requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on finance initiatives, system enhancements (ERP), and M&A integration activities.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance;active CPA license required.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience; strong foundation in public accounting (Big 4 or national firm preferred).
• Proven hands‑on experience with ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805, ASC 810, and technical memo writing.
• Demonstrated background managing complex multi‑element revenue arrangements.
• Exceptional ability to translate intricate GAAP standards into clear, practical guidance for non-finance business partners.

Preferred:

• Background in a publicly traded, high‑growth, or international business environment.
• Familiarity with SEC reporting requirements and IFRS standards.
• Hands‑on experience with mid‑market ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics).

What Success Looks Like

• Audit Scrutiny: Defensible, well‑documented technical positions that pass audit reviews cleanly.
• No Surprises: Timely, accurate revenue recognition and global consolidation reporting.
• Governance: A robust framework of internal controls and updated accounting policies.
• Strategic Partnership: Recognized across Finance, Legal, and Sales as a business‑minded technical advisor.

Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Access to US export‑controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Final base salary for this role will be based on the location, skills, experience and qualifications. In addition to base compensation, this role may be eligible for annual equity awards and our employee benefits program:

• annual equity awards
• vacation, sick, and personal time off
• optional medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• a 401(K) plan
• health and wellness reimbursement program
• participation in Spire's Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Salary Range: $130,500 USD - $171,000 USD

About Spire

We improve life on Earth with data from space.

Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide the most advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking in the world. In addition to its constellation, Spire's data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations that provide real-time global coverage of every point on Earth.

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