Technical Accounting Manager: GAAP/IFRS Policy & Reporting

Hire Point Recruiting; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Point Recruiting is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager in New Jersey to oversee complex financial transactions and ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP or IFRS. The role requires CPA or equivalent certification and 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience.

You will research, document, and interpret new accounting standards, collaborate across departments, and support accurate financial reporting for public entities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• 5–8+ years progressive accounting experience (Big 4 + corporate) desirable.
• Strong U.S. GAAP or IFRS knowledge and SEC familiarity beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Research and document complex transactions (ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805) via technical memos.
• Monitor standards and lead rollout/ compliance for new rules.
• Assist with financial statements, management reporting packages, and footnotes for quarterly and annual filings.
• Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and resolve technical inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal teams to design and maintain SOX controls over reporting.
• Partner with Corporate Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Legal, and Business Development on significant deals.
• Develop training materials and conduct workshops for finance teams.

Skills

GAAP/IFRS

Communication

Analytical thinking

5–8 yrs exp

CPA preferred

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

CPA certification

Job description

Hire Point Recruiting is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager in New Jersey to oversee complex financial transactions and ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP or IFRS. The role requires CPA or equivalent certification and 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience.

You will research, document, and interpret new accounting standards, collaborate across departments, and support accurate financial reporting for public entities.