Technical Accounting Manager – GAAP, SEC & SOX Expert

Cengage Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group, based in the United States, is seeking an experienced accounting professional to handle technical topics including GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. You will prepare memos, analyses, and presentations while collaborating with internal teams to resolve complex issues.

The role supports financial statement preparation, disclosures, and audit readiness, and serves as backup for the reporting team. Experience with Workiva is advantageous in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

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

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

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Cengage Group, based in the United States, is seeking an experienced accounting professional to handle technical topics including GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. You will prepare memos, analyses, and presentations while collaborating with internal teams to resolve complex issues.

The role supports financial statement preparation, disclosures, and audit readiness, and serves as backup for the reporting team. Experience with Workiva is advantageous in a fast-paced environment.