Technical Accounting Manager — GAAP & SEC Expert

Cengage Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group in the United States seeks a senior technical accounting professional to research and advise on GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters, and to prepare comprehensive memos, analyses, and presentations for leadership.

You will collaborate with internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues, assist with the preparation of financial statements and disclosures, coordinate with external auditors, and support internal controls and SOX initiatives while acting as backup for the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of growing responsibilities; public accounting experience a plus.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and implement change.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and advise on 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

GAAP knowledge

SEC reporting

Memos & analyses

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Cengage Group in the United States seeks a senior technical accounting professional to research and advise on GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters, and to prepare comprehensive memos, analyses, and presentations for leadership.

You will collaborate with internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues, assist with the preparation of financial statements and disclosures, coordinate with external auditors, and support internal controls and SOX initiatives while acting as backup for the