Technical Accounting Manager — GAAP & SEC Expert

Cengage Group; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group in the United States is seeking an experienced accounting professional to research GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters, and to prepare technical memos, analyses, and presentations for senior leadership.

You will collaborate with internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues, assist with the preparation of financial statements and disclosures, provide backup support for the financial reporting group, and help support SOX compliance and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of growing responsibilities and related experience; public accounting experience is a plus.
• Careful attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multi-priority, fast-paced environment and successfully implement change.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with Workiva is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Research and advise on technical accounting topics, including GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters.
• Prepare comprehensive technical memos, analyses, and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and audit readiness.
• Operate as backup support for the financial reporting team.
• Support internal controls and SOX compliance initiatives.
• Facilitate coordination with internal and external counsel, as well as external auditors.

Skills

CPA preferred

Public accounting experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Workiva familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Cengage Group in the United States is seeking an experienced accounting professional to research GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters, and to prepare technical memos, analyses, and presentations for senior leadership.

You will collaborate with internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues, assist with the preparation of financial statements and disclosures, provide backup support for the financial reporting group, and help support SOX compliance and internal controls.