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Technical Accounting Director

Ringside Talent Acquisition Partners

Job Description

We are looking for a Technical Accounting Director to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.

Our client is seeking a Technical Accounting Director to lead technical accounting activities, policy development, and complex accounting matters. This role serves as a key subject-matter expert and partner to accounting leadership, finance, and external auditors. The position is hybrid, based in Rosemont, Illinois.

What You'll Be Doing
  • Lead technical accounting research and interpretation of U.S. GAAP
  • Develop, implement, and maintain company accounting policies and position papers
  • Provide guidance on complex transactions, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combinations, and equity-based compensation
  • Support adoption of new accounting standards and assess business impact
  • Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting
  • Serve as primary technical liaison for external auditors on complex accounting matters
  • Review and support quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements
  • Provide training and guidance to accounting team members on technical topics
  • Support M&A activity, including due diligence and purchase accounting, as applicable
What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA required
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant technical accounting exposure
  • Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP and technical accounting research
  • Experience supporting complex transactions and accounting policy development
  • Background in public accounting and/or large corporate environments preferred
  • Proven ability to communicate complex accounting concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and documentation skills
What Our Client Offers
  • Hybrid work environment based in Rosemont, IL
  • Senior-level role with significant technical influence and visibility
  • Opportunity to shape accounting policy and best practices
  • Strong partnership with accounting, finance, and audit leadership
  • Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with director-level roles
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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