Technical Accounting Supervisor | 20E

UPS; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Accounting Supervisor to lead compliance with accounting standards and provide guidance on complex issues. In this pivotal role, you will research and document accounting practices, ensuring adherence to GAAP while collaborating with external auditors. Your expertise will be crucial in implementing new accounting standards and supporting financial reporting processes. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and fosters professional growth, where your contributions will significantly impact the organization’s financial integrity and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required, Master's preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and technical accounting issues.

Responsibilities

• Research technical accounting issues to ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Prepare documentation for complex accounting treatment and coordinate with auditors.
• Update management on new accounting guidance and its impact.

Skills

GAAP Compliance

Technical Accounting Research

Financial Reporting

Accounting Standards Implementation

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in Accounting

Certified Public Accountant Track

Job description

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Job Description:

The Technical Accounting Supervisor is responsible for researching and documenting compliance with accounting standards and providing guidance on complex accounting issues. This role involves the implementation of new accounting standards and supporting financial reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Performs research for technical accounting issues to ensure SEC and other statutory filings comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), SEC disclosure requirements and other applicable guidance.
2. Prepares documentation on accounting treatment for complex technical issues and coordinates with external auditors on these issues during their audit.
3. Provides updates to management on new and proposed accounting guidance, and the potential impact on the company.
4. Ensures compliance with US GAAP and other relevant accounting standards and regulations.
5. Provides input into external financial communications and verifies information for accuracy.
6. Prepares updates to the company’s internal accounting policies and procedures to ensure that accounting personnel have access to current UPS policies.
7. Coordinates with external auditors to ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting research topics and related disclosures.

Job Specific Competencies:

1. Evaluates compliance to GAAP methods; applies accounting knowledge to complex or unusual contexts; establishes company accounting controls and procedures; anticipates and addresses the impact of new accounting practices.
2. Designs and evaluates complex research to address the immediate business problem and related problems; identifies cause/effect relationships; interprets findings and their implications to the business.
3. Resolves complex problems; advises others in minimizing company risk; adapts organizational procedures or processes to meet new or changed regulations; provides expertise in accounting compliance issues; identifies compliance policies and procedures for new business situations.
4. Writes complex technical documents; advises others in improving technical writing skills; identifies emerging issues in the field of technical writing in specialized area of expertise.

Education:

1. Bachelor’s degree - Accounting Required
2. Master’s degree - Accounting Preferred
3. Certification - Certified Public Accountant Track

Employee Type: Permanent

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.